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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 129,616 miles on the clock, averaging 7,979 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 HVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 HVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 HVU
What car is SN52 HVU?
SN52 HVU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 HVU?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 HVU was 129,616 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 HVU passed its MOT?
SN52 HVU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2019.
Is SN52 HVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 HVU 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 HVU?
SN52 HVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.