Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 136,509 miles on the clock, averaging 7,102 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 GK52 ALU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,509 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,849 |
| Average per year | 7,102 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GK52 ALU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GK52 ALU
What car is GK52 ALU?
GK52 ALU is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK52 ALU?
The last recorded mileage for GK52 ALU was 136,509 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK52 ALU passed its MOT?
GK52 ALU has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 14 Oct 2021.
Is GK52 ALU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK52 ALU 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 GK52 ALU?
GK52 ALU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.