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YS52 FZV

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 104,818 miles on the clock, averaging 5,251 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 YS52 FZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,818
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,251

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 reading104,818 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,251
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YS52 FZV 31k50k68k86k105k '06'20'14

Check YS52 FZV

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,818 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,817 miles
Since last MOT+2,649 miles
PASS
Mileage102,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,168 miles
Since last MOT+2,541 miles
PASS
Mileage99,627 miles
Since last MOT+3,239 miles
PASS
Mileage96,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,831 miles
PASS
Mileage92,557 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,556 miles
Since last MOT+4,491 miles
PASS
Mileage88,065 miles
Since last MOT+6,154 miles
PASS
Mileage81,911 miles
Since last MOT+5,315 miles
PASS
Mileage76,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,711 miles
PASS
Mileage71,885 miles
Since last MOT+6,362 miles
PASS
Mileage65,523 miles
Since last MOT+7,350 miles
PASS
Mileage58,173 miles
Since last MOT+8,141 miles
PASS
Mileage50,032 miles
Since last MOT+6,803 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,229 miles
Since last MOT+5,508 miles
PASS
Mileage37,721 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,707 miles
Since last MOT+6,459 miles
PASS
Mileage31,248 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

RegistrationYS52 FZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YS52 FZV

What car is YS52 FZV?

YS52 FZV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.

What is the mileage of YS52 FZV?

The last recorded mileage for YS52 FZV was 104,818 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS52 FZV passed its MOT?

YS52 FZV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2020.

Is YS52 FZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 FZV 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 YS52 FZV?

YS52 FZV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.