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YH52 HTA

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 56,749 miles on the clock, averaging 2,038 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 YH52 HTA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
56,749
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
84%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,038

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading56,749 miles
Reading date
Miles last year544
Average per year2,038
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YH52 HTA 15k25k36k46k57k '05'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,749 miles
Since last MOT+544 miles
PASS
Mileage56,205 miles
Since last MOT+1,408 miles
PASS
Mileage54,797 miles
Since last MOT+1,287 miles
PASS
Mileage53,510 miles
Since last MOT+417 miles
PASS
Mileage53,093 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
PASS
Mileage52,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,993 miles
Since last MOT+691 miles
PASS
Mileage52,302 miles
Since last MOT+1,019 miles
PASS
Mileage51,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,283 miles
Since last MOT+1,038 miles
PASS
Mileage50,245 miles
Since last MOT+1,291 miles
PASS
Mileage48,954 miles
Since last MOT+1,663 miles
PASS
Mileage47,291 miles
Since last MOT+2,654 miles
PASS
Mileage44,637 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage42,531 miles
Since last MOT+1,577 miles
PASS
Mileage40,954 miles
Since last MOT+1,659 miles
PASS
Mileage39,295 miles
Since last MOT+3,055 miles
PASS
Mileage36,240 miles
Since last MOT+3,506 miles
PASS
Mileage32,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,734 miles
Since last MOT+3,262 miles
PASS
Mileage29,472 miles
Since last MOT+4,408 miles
PASS
Mileage25,064 miles
FAIL
Mileage256,062 miles
Since last MOT+236,674 miles
PASS
Mileage19,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,381 miles
PASS
Mileage15,007 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

RegistrationYH52 HTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YH52 HTA

What car is YH52 HTA?

YH52 HTA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YH52 HTA?

The last recorded mileage for YH52 HTA was 56,749 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH52 HTA passed its MOT?

YH52 HTA has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.

Is YH52 HTA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH52 HTA 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 YH52 HTA?

YH52 HTA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.