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YP52 RXN

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 91,746 miles on the clock, averaging 5,652 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 YP52 RXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,652

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 reading91,746 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,652
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YP52 RXN 25k42k58k75k92k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,746 miles
Since last MOT+3,276 miles
PASS
Mileage88,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,470 miles
Since last MOT+4,259 miles
PASS
Mileage84,211 miles
Since last MOT+1,904 miles
PASS
Mileage82,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,307 miles
Since last MOT+9,448 miles
PASS
Mileage72,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,859 miles
Since last MOT+5,440 miles
PASS
Mileage67,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,216 miles
PASS
Mileage62,203 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,200 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,818 miles
Since last MOT+6,575 miles
PASS
Mileage49,243 miles
Since last MOT+3,773 miles
PASS
Mileage45,470 miles
Since last MOT+6,537 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,933 miles
Since last MOT+7,387 miles
PASS
Mileage31,546 miles
Since last MOT+5,428 miles
PASS
Mileage26,118 miles
Since last MOT+907 miles
PASS
Mileage25,211 miles
Since last MOT+186 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,025 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

RegistrationYP52 RXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YP52 RXN

What car is YP52 RXN?

YP52 RXN is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.

What is the mileage of YP52 RXN?

The last recorded mileage for YP52 RXN was 91,746 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP52 RXN passed its MOT?

YP52 RXN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2017.

Is YP52 RXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP52 RXN 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 YP52 RXN?

YP52 RXN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.