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WG52 KHH

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1422cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 153,678 miles on the clock, averaging 7,733 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WG52 KHH

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,678
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2005
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,733

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading153,678 miles
Reading date
Miles last year164
Average per year7,733
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WG52 KHH 27k59k90k122k154k '05'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,678 miles
Since last MOT+164 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,514 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage148,620 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,616 miles
Since last MOT+7,653 miles
PASS
Mileage140,963 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,952 miles
Since last MOT+16,068 miles
PASS
Mileage124,884 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,883 miles
Since last MOT+9,108 miles
PASS
Mileage115,775 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,613 miles
PASS
Mileage112,158 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,158 miles
Since last MOT+5,505 miles
PASS
Mileage106,653 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,580 miles
Since last MOT+5,100 miles
PASS
Mileage101,480 miles
Since last MOT+6,009 miles
PASS
Mileage95,471 miles
Since last MOT+6,162 miles
PASS
Mileage89,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,961 miles
PASS
Mileage84,348 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage79,626 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,600 miles
Since last MOT+8,138 miles
PASS
Mileage71,462 miles
Since last MOT+13,457 miles
PASS
Mileage58,005 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,005 miles
Since last MOT+10,530 miles
PASS
Mileage47,475 miles
Since last MOT+9,248 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,227 miles
Since last MOT+11,363 miles
PASS
Mileage26,864 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 KHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WG52 KHH

What car is WG52 KHH?

WG52 KHH is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WG52 KHH?

The last recorded mileage for WG52 KHH was 153,678 miles, recorded on 11 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG52 KHH passed its MOT?

WG52 KHH has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2022.

Is WG52 KHH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG52 KHH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WG52 KHH?

WG52 KHH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.