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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 135,418 miles on the clock, averaging 5,606 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 KNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,418 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 KNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| 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 KNV
What car is AK52 KNV?
AK52 KNV is an purple Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 KNV?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 KNV was 135,418 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 KNV passed its MOT?
AK52 KNV has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2024.
Is AK52 KNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 KNV 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 KNV?
AK52 KNV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.