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SN52 VPT

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 48,278 miles on the clock, averaging 1,826 miles per year, well below 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 VPT

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,278
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2005
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
1,826

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 reading48,278 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,826
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN52 VPT 12k21k30k39k48k '05'25'15

Check SN52 VPT

Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,278 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,278 miles
Since last MOT+1,634 miles
PASS
Mileage46,644 miles
Since last MOT+1,405 miles
PASS
Mileage45,239 miles
Since last MOT+2,235 miles
PASS
Mileage43,004 miles
Since last MOT+1,551 miles
PASS
Mileage41,453 miles
Since last MOT+1,480 miles
PASS
Mileage39,973 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,958 miles
Since last MOT+1,220 miles
PASS
Mileage38,738 miles
Since last MOT+1,426 miles
PASS
Mileage37,312 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,309 miles
Since last MOT+1,515 miles
PASS
Mileage35,794 miles
Since last MOT+1,289 miles
PASS
Mileage34,505 miles
Since last MOT+2,188 miles
PASS
Mileage32,317 miles
Since last MOT+2,071 miles
PASS
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOT+1,780 miles
PASS
Mileage28,466 miles
Since last MOT+2,018 miles
PASS
Mileage26,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,448 miles
Since last MOT+2,156 miles
PASS
Mileage24,292 miles
Since last MOT+1,789 miles
PASS
Mileage22,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,503 miles
Since last MOT+1,169 miles
PASS
Mileage21,334 miles
Since last MOT+1,540 miles
PASS
Mileage19,794 miles
Since last MOT+2,452 miles
PASS
Mileage17,342 miles
Since last MOT+2,666 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,676 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage11,547 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN52 VPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 VPT

What car is SN52 VPT?

SN52 VPT is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SN52 VPT?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 VPT was 48,278 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 VPT passed its MOT?

SN52 VPT has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2025.

Is SN52 VPT ULEZ compliant?

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

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