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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 14 (53% pass rate). It has 109,292 miles on the clock, averaging 4,785 miles per year, well below 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 SX52 ATY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,292 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 883 |
| Average per year | 4,785 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | SX52 ATY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SX52 ATY
What car is SX52 ATY?
SX52 ATY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SX52 ATY?
The last recorded mileage for SX52 ATY was 109,292 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX52 ATY passed its MOT?
SX52 ATY has had 30 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (16 passes, 14 failures). It last was tested on 25 Jan 2023.
Is SX52 ATY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 ATY 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 SX52 ATY?
SX52 ATY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.