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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 83,184 miles on the clock, averaging 4,253 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AK52 AOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,064 |
| Average per year | 4,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AK52 AOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 AOW
What car is AK52 AOW?
AK52 AOW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 AOW?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 AOW was 83,184 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 AOW passed its MOT?
AK52 AOW has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2017.
Is AK52 AOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 AOW 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 AK52 AOW?
AK52 AOW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.