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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 145,543 miles on the clock, averaging 7,657 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 VU52 GEK
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | VU52 GEK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VU52 GEK
What car is VU52 GEK?
VU52 GEK is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VU52 GEK?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 GEK was 145,543 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 GEK passed its MOT?
VU52 GEK has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2019.
Is VU52 GEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 GEK 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 VU52 GEK?
VU52 GEK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.