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SH52 NYZ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 129,119 miles on the clock, averaging 7,952 miles per year, around 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 SH52 NYZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,119
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,952

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,119 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,527
Average per year7,952
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH52 NYZ 19k47k74k102k129k '06'20'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,119 miles
Since last MOT+8,527 miles
PASS
Mileage120,592 miles
Since last MOT+9,633 miles
PASS
Mileage110,959 miles
Since last MOT+9,629 miles
PASS
Mileage101,330 miles
Since last MOT+9,409 miles
PASS
Mileage91,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,921 miles
Since last MOT+7,207 miles
PASS
Mileage84,714 miles
Since last MOT+7,389 miles
PASS
Mileage77,325 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,315 miles
Since last MOT+7,117 miles
PASS
Mileage70,198 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
PASS
Mileage70,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,021 miles
Since last MOT+15,537 miles
PASS
Mileage54,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,484 miles
Since last MOT+12,661 miles
PASS
Mileage41,823 miles
Since last MOT+11,478 miles
PASS
Mileage30,345 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,345 miles
Since last MOT+3,514 miles
PASS
Mileage26,831 miles
Since last MOT+3,305 miles
PASS
Mileage23,526 miles
Since last MOT+4,154 miles
PASS
Mileage19,372 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,327 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

RegistrationSH52 NYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SH52 NYZ

What car is SH52 NYZ?

SH52 NYZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SH52 NYZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 NYZ was 129,119 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 NYZ passed its MOT?

SH52 NYZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2020.

Is SH52 NYZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 NYZ 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 NYZ?

SH52 NYZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.