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 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 58,393 miles on the clock, averaging 2,048 miles per year, well 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 SH52 NLG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,796 |
| Average per year | 2,048 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SH52 NLG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SH52 NLG
What car is SH52 NLG?
SH52 NLG is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH52 NLG?
The last recorded mileage for SH52 NLG was 58,393 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH52 NLG passed its MOT?
SH52 NLG has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 9 Jul 2026.
Is SH52 NLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 NLG 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 SH52 NLG?
SH52 NLG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.