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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 132,366 miles on the clock, averaging 8,633 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SN52 HVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 194 |
| Average per year | 8,633 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SN52 HVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SN52 HVD
What car is SN52 HVD?
SN52 HVD is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 HVD?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 HVD was 132,366 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 HVD passed its MOT?
SN52 HVD has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 31 Aug 2017.
Is SN52 HVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 HVD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SN52 HVD?
SN52 HVD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.