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WG52 XEH

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 75,463 miles on the clock, averaging 4,260 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 WG52 XEH

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,463
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,260

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,463 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,260
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG52 XEH 14k30k45k60k75k '05'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,463 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,461 miles
Since last MOT+6,615 miles
PASS
Mileage68,846 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,846 miles
Since last MOT+5,558 miles
PASS
Mileage63,288 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,287 miles
Since last MOT+7,955 miles
PASS
Mileage55,332 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,323 miles
Since last MOT+6,202 miles
PASS
Mileage49,121 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,121 miles
Since last MOT+5,085 miles
PASS
Mileage44,036 miles
Since last MOT+435 miles
PASS
Mileage43,601 miles
Since last MOT+1,476 miles
PASS
Mileage42,125 miles
Since last MOT+1,938 miles
PASS
Mileage40,187 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,187 miles
Since last MOT+2,755 miles
PASS
Mileage37,432 miles
Since last MOT+2,726 miles
PASS
Mileage34,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,317 miles
PASS
Mileage31,389 miles
Since last MOT+3,434 miles
PASS
Mileage27,955 miles
Since last MOT+3,640 miles
PASS
Mileage24,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,128 miles
PASS
Mileage20,187 miles
Since last MOT+5,845 miles
PASS
Mileage14,342 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

RegistrationWG52 XEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WG52 XEH

What car is WG52 XEH?

WG52 XEH is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WG52 XEH?

The last recorded mileage for WG52 XEH was 75,463 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG52 XEH passed its MOT?

WG52 XEH has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2020.

Is WG52 XEH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG52 XEH 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 WG52 XEH?

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