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 Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 101,536 miles on the clock, averaging 6,268 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 PO52 XNS
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PO52 XNS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PO52 XNS
What car is PO52 XNS?
PO52 XNS is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PO52 XNS?
The last recorded mileage for PO52 XNS was 101,536 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO52 XNS passed its MOT?
PO52 XNS has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2017.
Is PO52 XNS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO52 XNS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PO52 XNS?
PO52 XNS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.