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KC51 NCA

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 96,186 miles on the clock, averaging 5,969 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for KC51 NCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,186
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,969

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,186 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,626
Average per year5,969
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC51 NCA 21k40k59k77k96k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,186 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage90,560 miles
Since last MOT+11,633 miles
PASS
Mileage78,927 miles
Since last MOT+8,752 miles
PASS
Mileage70,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,175 miles
Since last MOT+7,234 miles
PASS
Mileage62,941 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,939 miles
Since last MOT+11,766 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,173 miles
Since last MOT+10,725 miles
PASS
Mileage40,448 miles
Since last MOT+6,900 miles
PASS
Mileage33,548 miles
Since last MOT+2,639 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,909 miles
Since last MOT+2,007 miles
PASS
Mileage28,902 miles
Since last MOT+1,476 miles
PASS
Mileage27,426 miles
Since last MOT+2,451 miles
PASS
Mileage24,975 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,975 miles
Since last MOT+4,045 miles
PASS
Mileage20,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,930 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 NCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About KC51 NCA

What car is KC51 NCA?

KC51 NCA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KC51 NCA?

The last recorded mileage for KC51 NCA was 96,186 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC51 NCA passed its MOT?

KC51 NCA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2018.

Is KC51 NCA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC51 NCA 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 KC51 NCA?

KC51 NCA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.