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YM52 EJO

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 119,291 miles on the clock, averaging 7,219 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 YM52 EJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,291
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,219

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,291 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,750
Average per year7,219
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YM52 EJO 19k44k69k94k119k '05'19'11

Check YM52 EJO

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,291 miles
Since last MOT+7,750 miles
PASS
Mileage111,541 miles
Since last MOT+9,048 miles
PASS
Mileage102,493 miles
Since last MOT+9,837 miles
PASS
Mileage92,656 miles
Since last MOT+7,146 miles
PASS
Mileage85,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,006 miles
PASS
Mileage81,504 miles
Since last MOT+4,269 miles
PASS
Mileage77,235 miles
Since last MOT+5,217 miles
PASS
Mileage72,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,018 miles
Since last MOT+8,722 miles
PASS
Mileage63,296 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,295 miles
Since last MOT+5,968 miles
PASS
Mileage57,327 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,146 miles
Since last MOT+10,970 miles
PASS
Mileage46,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,176 miles
Since last MOT+8,370 miles
PASS
Mileage37,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,806 miles
Since last MOT+5,341 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,465 miles
Since last MOT+5,719 miles
PASS
Mileage26,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,746 miles
Since last MOT+7,364 miles
PASS
Mileage19,382 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

RegistrationYM52 EJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YM52 EJO

What car is YM52 EJO?

YM52 EJO is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.

What is the mileage of YM52 EJO?

The last recorded mileage for YM52 EJO was 119,291 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM52 EJO passed its MOT?

YM52 EJO has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2019.

Is YM52 EJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 EJO 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 YM52 EJO?

YM52 EJO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.