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YP52 UBU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 102,485 miles on the clock, averaging 5,709 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 UBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,485
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,709

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,485 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,831
Average per year5,709
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP52 UBU 5k29k54k78k102k '06'23'16

Check YP52 UBU

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,485 miles
Since last MOT+7,831 miles
PASS
Mileage94,654 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,654 miles
Since last MOT+10,645 miles
PASS
Mileage84,009 miles
Since last MOT+7,831 miles
PASS
Mileage76,178 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,168 miles
Since last MOT+9,088 miles
PASS
Mileage67,080 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,026 miles
Since last MOT+6,394 miles
PASS
Mileage60,632 miles
Since last MOT+4,105 miles
PASS
Mileage56,527 miles
Since last MOT+3,211 miles
PASS
Mileage53,316 miles
Since last MOT+2,687 miles
PASS
Mileage50,629 miles
Since last MOT+3,944 miles
PASS
Mileage46,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,856 miles
PASS
Mileage40,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,829 miles
Since last MOT+5,290 miles
PASS
Mileage35,539 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage30,345 miles
Since last MOT+7,903 miles
PASS
Mileage22,442 miles
Since last MOT+9,275 miles
PASS
Mileage13,167 miles
Since last MOT+8,060 miles
PASS
Mileage5,107 miles
Since last MOT+141 miles
PASS
Mileage4,966 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
PASS
Mileage4,790 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 UBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YP52 UBU

What car is YP52 UBU?

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

What is the mileage of YP52 UBU?

The last recorded mileage for YP52 UBU was 102,485 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP52 UBU passed its MOT?

YP52 UBU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.

Is YP52 UBU ULEZ compliant?

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

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