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SN52 WAJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 123,916 miles on the clock, averaging 8,921 miles per year, around 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 WAJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,916
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,921

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,916 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year8,921
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN52 WAJ 33k56k79k101k124k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,916 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,913 miles
Since last MOT+4,189 miles
PASS
Mileage119,724 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,718 miles
Since last MOT+6,991 miles
PASS
Mileage112,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,727 miles
Since last MOT+6,228 miles
PASS
Mileage106,499 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,491 miles
Since last MOT+7,097 miles
PASS
Mileage99,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,394 miles
Since last MOT+11,191 miles
PASS
Mileage88,203 miles
Since last MOT+14,553 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,650 miles
Since last MOT+19,575 miles
PASS
Mileage54,075 miles
Since last MOT+11,330 miles
PASS
Mileage42,745 miles
Since last MOT+5,835 miles
PASS
Mileage36,910 miles
Since last MOT+3,803 miles
PASS
Mileage33,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,107 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 WAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SN52 WAJ

What car is SN52 WAJ?

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

What is the mileage of SN52 WAJ?

The last recorded mileage for SN52 WAJ was 123,916 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN52 WAJ passed its MOT?

SN52 WAJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2015.

Is SN52 WAJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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