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VO52 WBX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 79,682 miles on the clock, averaging 3,131 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 VO52 WBX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,682
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,131

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading79,682 miles
Reading date
Miles last year33
Average per year3,131
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO52 WBX 14k31k47k63k80k '05'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,682 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,649 miles
Since last MOT+8,652 miles
PASS
Mileage70,997 miles
Since last MOT+1,647 miles
PASS
Mileage69,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,350 miles
Since last MOT+266 miles
PASS
Mileage69,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,084 miles
Since last MOT+1,338 miles
PASS
Mileage67,746 miles
Since last MOT+1,734 miles
PASS
Mileage66,012 miles
Since last MOT+1,894 miles
PASS
Mileage64,118 miles
Since last MOT+749 miles
PASS
Mileage63,369 miles
Since last MOT+2,181 miles
PASS
Mileage61,188 miles
Since last MOT+1,636 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,552 miles
Since last MOT+7,083 miles
PASS
Mileage52,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,469 miles
Since last MOT+12,469 miles
PASS
Mileage40,000 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage33,435 miles
Since last MOT+6,577 miles
PASS
Mileage26,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage21,964 miles
Since last MOT+3,470 miles
PASS
Mileage18,494 miles
Since last MOT+4,165 miles
PASS
Mileage14,329 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

RegistrationVO52 WBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VO52 WBX

What car is VO52 WBX?

VO52 WBX is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VO52 WBX?

The last recorded mileage for VO52 WBX was 79,682 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO52 WBX passed its MOT?

VO52 WBX has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2026.

Is VO52 WBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 WBX 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 VO52 WBX?

VO52 WBX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.