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YK52 NUY

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 118,500 miles on the clock, averaging 6,987 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 YK52 NUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,500
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,987

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

Below average
Latest reading118,500 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year6,987
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YK52 NUY 26k49k72k95k119k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,500 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,496 miles
Since last MOT+13,826 miles
PASS
Mileage104,670 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,662 miles
Since last MOT+6,207 miles
PASS
Mileage98,455 miles
Since last MOT+3,500 miles
PASS
Mileage94,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,776 miles
PASS
Mileage88,179 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,287 miles
PASS
Mileage84,887 miles
Since last MOT+6,966 miles
PASS
Mileage77,921 miles
Since last MOT+7,034 miles
PASS
Mileage70,887 miles
Since last MOT+10,010 miles
PASS
Mileage60,877 miles
Since last MOT+11,453 miles
PASS
Mileage49,424 miles
Since last MOT+9,441 miles
PASS
Mileage39,983 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,983 miles
Since last MOT+2,377 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,606 miles
Since last MOT+5,561 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,045 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
PASS
Mileage26,258 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

RegistrationYK52 NUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYK — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YK52 NUY

What car is YK52 NUY?

YK52 NUY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YK52 NUY?

The last recorded mileage for YK52 NUY was 118,500 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YK52 NUY passed its MOT?

YK52 NUY has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2019.

Is YK52 NUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK52 NUY 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 YK52 NUY?

YK52 NUY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.