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WV52 WTE

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Bristol, 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 110,039 miles on the clock, averaging 7,550 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 WV52 WTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,039
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
7,550

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,039 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,550
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV52 WTE 20k43k65k88k110k '05'17'11

Check WV52 WTE

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,039 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage100,580 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,580 miles
Since last MOT+11,478 miles
PASS
Mileage89,102 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,102 miles
Since last MOT+8,021 miles
PASS
Mileage81,081 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,973 miles
Since last MOT+9,314 miles
PASS
Mileage71,659 miles
Since last MOT+5,715 miles
PASS
Mileage65,944 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,894 miles
PASS
Mileage60,048 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,048 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage54,476 miles
Since last MOT+5,133 miles
PASS
Mileage49,343 miles
Since last MOT+6,179 miles
PASS
Mileage43,164 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,157 miles
Since last MOT+7,299 miles
PASS
Mileage35,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,858 miles
Since last MOT+7,659 miles
PASS
Mileage28,199 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,199 miles
Since last MOT+8,183 miles
PASS
Mileage20,016 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,015 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

RegistrationWV52 WTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WV52 WTE

What car is WV52 WTE?

WV52 WTE is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WV52 WTE?

The last recorded mileage for WV52 WTE was 110,039 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV52 WTE passed its MOT?

WV52 WTE has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2017.

Is WV52 WTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV52 WTE 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 WV52 WTE?

WV52 WTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.