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VW52 JMH

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 3 (88% pass rate). It has 49,321 miles on the clock, averaging 1,911 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 VW52 JMH

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,321
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
1,911

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,321 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,911
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VW52 JMH 11k21k30k40k49k '05'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,321 miles
Since last MOT+1,532 miles
PASS
Mileage47,789 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,786 miles
Since last MOT+2,349 miles
PASS
Mileage45,437 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,425 miles
Since last MOT+3,398 miles
PASS
Mileage42,027 miles
Since last MOT+8,198 miles
PASS
Mileage33,829 miles
Since last MOT+393 miles
PASS
Mileage33,436 miles
Since last MOT+425 miles
PASS
Mileage33,011 miles
Since last MOT+873 miles
PASS
Mileage32,138 miles
Since last MOT+910 miles
PASS
Mileage31,228 miles
Since last MOT+868 miles
PASS
Mileage30,360 miles
Since last MOT+988 miles
PASS
Mileage29,372 miles
Since last MOT+1,078 miles
PASS
Mileage28,294 miles
Since last MOT+1,317 miles
PASS
Mileage26,977 miles
Since last MOT+2,151 miles
PASS
Mileage24,826 miles
Since last MOT+1,795 miles
PASS
Mileage23,031 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage21,503 miles
Since last MOT+1,464 miles
PASS
Mileage20,039 miles
Since last MOT+1,553 miles
PASS
Mileage18,486 miles
Since last MOT+2,128 miles
PASS
Mileage16,358 miles
Since last MOT+2,529 miles
PASS
Mileage13,829 miles
Since last MOT+2,583 miles
PASS
Mileage11,246 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

RegistrationVW52 JMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVW — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VW52 JMH

What car is VW52 JMH?

VW52 JMH is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VW52 JMH?

The last recorded mileage for VW52 JMH was 49,321 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VW52 JMH passed its MOT?

VW52 JMH has had 24 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (21 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2025.

Is VW52 JMH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VW52 JMH 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 VW52 JMH?

VW52 JMH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.