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PL52 WZD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 91,153 miles on the clock, averaging 4,092 miles per year, well 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 PL52 WZD

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,153
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
4,092

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,153 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year4,092
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL52 WZD 13k32k52k72k91k '05'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,153 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage88,797 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,779 miles
Since last MOT+7,635 miles
PASS
Mileage81,144 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,124 miles
Since last MOT+5,762 miles
PASS
Mileage75,362 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,358 miles
Since last MOT+3,565 miles
PASS
Mileage71,793 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,792 miles
Since last MOT+5,880 miles
PASS
Mileage65,912 miles
Since last MOT+4,012 miles
PASS
Mileage61,900 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,894 miles
Since last MOT+1,142 miles
PASS
Mileage60,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,752 miles
Since last MOT+862 miles
PASS
Mileage59,890 miles
Since last MOT+1,040 miles
PASS
Mileage58,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,850 miles
Since last MOT+3,140 miles
PASS
Mileage55,710 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,710 miles
Since last MOT+1,120 miles
PASS
Mileage54,590 miles
Since last MOT+1,544 miles
PASS
Mileage53,046 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage48,016 miles
Since last MOT+14,075 miles
PASS
Mileage33,941 miles
Since last MOT+7,438 miles
PASS
Mileage26,503 miles
Since last MOT+663 miles
PASS
Mileage25,840 miles
Since last MOT+3,119 miles
PASS
Mileage22,721 miles
Since last MOT+3,042 miles
PASS
Mileage19,679 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
PASS
Mileage16,064 miles
Since last MOT+3,442 miles
PASS
Mileage12,622 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 WZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PL52 WZD

What car is PL52 WZD?

PL52 WZD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PL52 WZD?

The last recorded mileage for PL52 WZD was 91,153 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL52 WZD passed its MOT?

PL52 WZD has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2025.

Is PL52 WZD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL52 WZD 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 PL52 WZD?

PL52 WZD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.