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VE52 HZU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 75,347 miles on the clock, averaging 4,183 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 VE52 HZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,347
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,183

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,347 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,183
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VE52 HZU 25k38k50k63k75k '06'18'12

Check VE52 HZU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,347 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,347 miles
Since last MOT+5,586 miles
PASS
Mileage69,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,761 miles
Since last MOT+3,798 miles
PASS
Mileage65,963 miles
Since last MOT+4,464 miles
PASS
Mileage61,499 miles
Since last MOT+4,407 miles
PASS
Mileage57,092 miles
Since last MOT+5,362 miles
PASS
Mileage51,730 miles
Since last MOT+3,388 miles
PASS
Mileage48,342 miles
Since last MOT+2,065 miles
PASS
Mileage46,277 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,277 miles
Since last MOT+4,003 miles
PASS
Mileage42,274 miles
Since last MOT+3,101 miles
PASS
Mileage39,173 miles
Since last MOT+3,201 miles
PASS
Mileage35,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,684 miles
PASS
Mileage31,288 miles
Since last MOT+5,318 miles
PASS
Mileage25,970 miles
Since last MOT+1,062 miles
PASS
Mileage24,908 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

RegistrationVE52 HZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VE52 HZU

What car is VE52 HZU?

VE52 HZU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VE52 HZU?

The last recorded mileage for VE52 HZU was 75,347 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE52 HZU passed its MOT?

VE52 HZU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2018.

Is VE52 HZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE52 HZU 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 VE52 HZU?

VE52 HZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.