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SD52 WXW

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 169,530 miles on the clock, averaging 11,663 miles per year, above 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 SD52 WXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,530
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
11,663

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,530 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year11,663
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD52 WXW 32k67k101k135k170k '06'18'13

Check SD52 WXW

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,530 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,529 miles
Since last MOT+9,548 miles
PASS
Mileage159,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,981 miles
Since last MOT+11,655 miles
PASS
Mileage148,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,326 miles
Since last MOT+13,355 miles
PASS
Mileage134,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,971 miles
Since last MOT+14,528 miles
PASS
Mileage120,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,443 miles
Since last MOT+13,718 miles
PASS
Mileage106,725 miles
Since last MOT+15,000 miles
PASS
Mileage91,725 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,707 miles
Since last MOT+14,140 miles
PASS
Mileage77,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,567 miles
Since last MOT+14,055 miles
PASS
Mileage63,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,512 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage58,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,936 miles
PASS
Mileage51,632 miles
Since last MOT+8,357 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,275 miles
Since last MOT+10,995 miles
PASS
Mileage32,280 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

RegistrationSD52 WXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SD52 WXW

What car is SD52 WXW?

SD52 WXW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SD52 WXW?

The last recorded mileage for SD52 WXW was 169,530 miles, recorded on 29 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD52 WXW passed its MOT?

SD52 WXW has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2018.

Is SD52 WXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD52 WXW 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 SD52 WXW?

SD52 WXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.