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 Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 142,679 miles on the clock, averaging 10,276 miles per year, above 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 ULY
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
Above average| Latest reading | 142,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,276 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN52 ULY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SN52 ULY
What car is SN52 ULY?
SN52 ULY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN52 ULY?
The last recorded mileage for SN52 ULY was 142,679 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN52 ULY passed its MOT?
SN52 ULY has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2018.
Is SN52 ULY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN52 ULY 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 ULY?
SN52 ULY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.