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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 123,555 miles on the clock, averaging 4,074 miles per year, well 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 KE52 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 123,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,521 |
| Average per year | 4,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KE52 YLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KE52 YLU
What car is KE52 YLU?
KE52 YLU is a purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KE52 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for KE52 YLU was 123,555 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KE52 YLU passed its MOT?
KE52 YLU has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2022.
Is KE52 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE52 YLU 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 KE52 YLU?
KE52 YLU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.