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SN52 HTY

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 94,802 miles on the clock, averaging 4,752 miles per year, well 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 SN52 HTY

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,802
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,752

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,802 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,752
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 HTY 45k57k70k82k95k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,802 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,802 miles
Since last MOT+9,810 miles
PASS
Mileage84,992 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,990 miles
Since last MOT+4,387 miles
PASS
Mileage80,603 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,232 miles
PASS
Mileage76,343 miles
Since last MOT+3,161 miles
PASS
Mileage73,182 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,156 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage69,615 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,577 miles
Since last MOT+4,872 miles
PASS
Mileage64,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,705 miles
Since last MOT+5,418 miles
PASS
Mileage59,287 miles
Since last MOT+3,467 miles
PASS
Mileage55,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,019 miles
PASS
Mileage50,801 miles
Since last MOT+5,698 miles
PASS
Mileage45,103 miles
Since last MOT+489 miles
PASS
Mileage44,614 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

RegistrationSN52 HTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 HTY

What car is SN52 HTY?

SN52 HTY is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SN52 HTY?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 HTY was 94,802 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 HTY passed its MOT?

SN52 HTY has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2017.

Is SN52 HTY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 HTY 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 SN52 HTY?

SN52 HTY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.