Vehicle summary
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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 90,321 miles on the clock, averaging 6,129 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ52 DCV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -819,000 |
| Average per year | 6,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ52 DCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PJ52 DCV
What car is PJ52 DCV?
PJ52 DCV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PJ52 DCV?
The last recorded mileage for PJ52 DCV was 90,321 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ52 DCV passed its MOT?
PJ52 DCV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2017.
Is PJ52 DCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ52 DCV 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 PJ52 DCV?
PJ52 DCV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.