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WF52 BZU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 124,101 miles on the clock, averaging 6,128 miles per year, 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 WF52 BZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,101
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,128

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading124,101 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,128
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF52 BZU 28k52k76k100k124k '05'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,101 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,100 miles
Since last MOT+3,544 miles
PASS
Mileage120,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,858 miles
PASS
Mileage114,698 miles
Since last MOT+4,826 miles
PASS
Mileage109,872 miles
Since last MOT+8,827 miles
PASS
Mileage101,045 miles
Since last MOT+2,330 miles
PASS
Mileage98,715 miles
Since last MOT+5,636 miles
PASS
Mileage93,079 miles
Since last MOT+128 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,535 miles
PASS
Mileage87,416 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,365 miles
Since last MOT+5,205 miles
PASS
Mileage82,160 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,543 miles
PASS
Mileage76,617 miles
Since last MOT+5,664 miles
PASS
Mileage70,953 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,921 miles
Since last MOT+5,982 miles
PASS
Mileage64,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,939 miles
Since last MOT+5,780 miles
PASS
Mileage59,159 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,158 miles
Since last MOT+6,436 miles
PASS
Mileage52,722 miles
Since last MOT+7,204 miles
PASS
Mileage45,518 miles
Since last MOT+7,626 miles
PASS
Mileage37,892 miles
Since last MOT+10,264 miles
PASS
Mileage27,628 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

RegistrationWF52 BZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WF52 BZU

What car is WF52 BZU?

WF52 BZU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WF52 BZU?

The last recorded mileage for WF52 BZU was 124,101 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF52 BZU passed its MOT?

WF52 BZU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2021.

Is WF52 BZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF52 BZU 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 WF52 BZU?

WF52 BZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.