Vehicle summary
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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 214,578 miles on the clock, averaging 11,345 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AF52 LAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,730 |
| Average per year | 11,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF52 LAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AF52 LAO
What car is AF52 LAO?
AF52 LAO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AF52 LAO?
The last recorded mileage for AF52 LAO was 214,578 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF52 LAO passed its MOT?
AF52 LAO has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2020.
Is AF52 LAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF52 LAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF52 LAO?
AF52 LAO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.