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 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 131,929 miles on the clock, averaging 5,465 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 KE52 YPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,929 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,783 |
| Average per year | 5,465 |
| 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 YPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YPU
What car is KE52 YPU?
KE52 YPU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KE52 YPU?
The last recorded mileage for KE52 YPU was 131,929 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KE52 YPU passed its MOT?
KE52 YPU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2023.
Is KE52 YPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE52 YPU 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 YPU?
KE52 YPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.