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PE52 FXB

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 78,830 miles on the clock, averaging 3,708 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for PE52 FXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,708

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,830 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,708
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE52 FXB 34k45k57k68k79k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,830 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage75,477 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,460 miles
Since last MOT+3,557 miles
PASS
Mileage71,903 miles
Since last MOT+3,358 miles
PASS
Mileage68,545 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,450 miles
Since last MOT+2,214 miles
PASS
Mileage66,236 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,209 miles
Since last MOT+2,716 miles
PASS
Mileage63,493 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,491 miles
Since last MOT+2,088 miles
PASS
Mileage61,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,520 miles
PASS
Mileage56,883 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,859 miles
Since last MOT+4,375 miles
PASS
Mileage52,484 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,475 miles
Since last MOT+4,160 miles
PASS
Mileage48,315 miles
Since last MOT+7,013 miles
PASS
Mileage41,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,302 miles
Since last MOT+3,789 miles
PASS
Mileage37,513 miles
Since last MOT+3,191 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,322 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE52 FXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PE52 FXB

What car is PE52 FXB?

PE52 FXB is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PE52 FXB?

The last recorded mileage for PE52 FXB was 78,830 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE52 FXB passed its MOT?

PE52 FXB has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2018.

Is PE52 FXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE52 FXB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PE52 FXB?

PE52 FXB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.