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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 116,352 miles on the clock, averaging 5,063 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 SF52 HBE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,280 |
| Average per year | 5,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SF52 HBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SF52 HBE
What car is SF52 HBE?
SF52 HBE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SF52 HBE?
The last recorded mileage for SF52 HBE was 116,352 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF52 HBE passed its MOT?
SF52 HBE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2018.
Is SF52 HBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF52 HBE 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 SF52 HBE?
SF52 HBE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.