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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 126,453 miles on the clock, averaging 9,094 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 KA02 THE
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 | 126,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,994 |
| Average per year | 9,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KA02 THE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KA02 THE
What car is KA02 THE?
KA02 THE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KA02 THE?
The last recorded mileage for KA02 THE was 126,453 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KA02 THE passed its MOT?
KA02 THE has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jun 2016.
Is KA02 THE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA02 THE 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 KA02 THE?
KA02 THE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.