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SK52 EPD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 125,323 miles on the clock, averaging 6,668 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 SK52 EPD

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,323
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,668

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading125,323 miles
Reading date
Miles last year95
Average per year6,668
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SK52 EPD 45k65k85k105k125k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,323 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,552 miles
PASS
Mileage121,676 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,674 miles
Since last MOT+2,659 miles
PASS
Mileage119,015 miles
Since last MOT+10,652 miles
PASS
Mileage108,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,363 miles
Since last MOT+10,278 miles
PASS
Mileage98,085 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,084 miles
Since last MOT+4,121 miles
PASS
Mileage93,963 miles
Since last MOT+7,425 miles
PASS
Mileage86,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,538 miles
Since last MOT+8,030 miles
PASS
Mileage78,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,508 miles
Since last MOT+8,654 miles
PASS
Mileage69,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,854 miles
Since last MOT+11,251 miles
PASS
Mileage58,603 miles
Since last MOT+10,185 miles
PASS
Mileage48,418 miles
Since last MOT+3,294 miles
PASS
Mileage45,124 miles
Since last MOT+271 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,853 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

RegistrationSK52 EPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SK52 EPD

What car is SK52 EPD?

SK52 EPD is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SK52 EPD?

The last recorded mileage for SK52 EPD was 125,323 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK52 EPD passed its MOT?

SK52 EPD has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2017.

Is SK52 EPD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK52 EPD 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 SK52 EPD?

SK52 EPD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.