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 Petrol 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 40,631 miles on the clock, averaging 4,023 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 BXV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 143 |
| Average per year | 4,023 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 BXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 BXV
What car is AK52 BXV?
AK52 BXV is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 BXV?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 BXV was 40,631 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 BXV passed its MOT?
AK52 BXV has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2010.
Is AK52 BXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 BXV 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 AK52 BXV?
AK52 BXV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.