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PF52 XZE

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 84,987 miles on the clock, averaging 7,050 miles per year, 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 PF52 XZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,987
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,050

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading84,987 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,462
Average per year7,050
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF52 XZE 18k35k52k68k85k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,987 miles
Since last MOT+2,462 miles
PASS
Mileage82,525 miles
Since last MOT+5,747 miles
PASS
Mileage76,778 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,948 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
Mileage67,515 miles
Since last MOT+7,944 miles
PASS
Mileage59,571 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage50,112 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,112 miles
Since last MOT+12,163 miles
PASS
Mileage37,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,949 miles
Since last MOT+9,545 miles
PASS
Mileage28,404 miles
Since last MOT+9,949 miles
PASS
Mileage18,455 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

RegistrationPF52 XZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PF52 XZE

What car is PF52 XZE?

PF52 XZE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PF52 XZE?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 XZE was 84,987 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 XZE passed its MOT?

PF52 XZE has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2016.

Is PF52 XZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 XZE 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 PF52 XZE?

PF52 XZE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.