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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 125,935 miles on the clock, averaging 9,258 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 SX51 EDJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,935 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,727 |
| Average per year | 9,258 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SX51 EDJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SX51 EDJ
What car is SX51 EDJ?
SX51 EDJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SX51 EDJ?
The last recorded mileage for SX51 EDJ was 125,935 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX51 EDJ passed its MOT?
SX51 EDJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2014.
Is SX51 EDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX51 EDJ 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 SX51 EDJ?
SX51 EDJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.