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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 141,313 miles on the clock, averaging 7,637 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 SV52 ACU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,313 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,227 |
| Average per year | 7,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SV52 ACU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SV52 ACU
What car is SV52 ACU?
SV52 ACU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2002.
What is the mileage of SV52 ACU?
The last recorded mileage for SV52 ACU was 141,313 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV52 ACU passed its MOT?
SV52 ACU has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2021.
Is SV52 ACU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV52 ACU 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 SV52 ACU?
SV52 ACU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.