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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 165,305 miles on the clock, averaging 7,479 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 VO52 XXA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,178 |
| Average per year | 7,479 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | VO52 XXA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VO52 XXA
What car is VO52 XXA?
VO52 XXA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VO52 XXA?
The last recorded mileage for VO52 XXA was 165,305 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO52 XXA passed its MOT?
VO52 XXA has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2018.
Is VO52 XXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 XXA 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 XXA?
VO52 XXA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.