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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 121,503 miles on the clock, averaging 6,702 miles per year, 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 HZU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42 |
| Average per year | 6,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 HZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 HZU
What car is AK52 HZU?
AK52 HZU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 HZU?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 HZU was 121,503 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 HZU passed its MOT?
AK52 HZU has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2017.
Is AK52 HZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 HZU 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 HZU?
AK52 HZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.