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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 246,526 miles on the clock, averaging 18,394 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 AK52 KNB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 246,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 268 |
| Average per year | 18,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 KNB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 KNB
What car is AK52 KNB?
AK52 KNB is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 KNB?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 KNB was 246,526 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 KNB passed its MOT?
AK52 KNB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2017.
Is AK52 KNB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 KNB 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 KNB?
AK52 KNB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.