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KM52 KZX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 55,044 miles on the clock, averaging 3,288 miles per year, well 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 KM52 KZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,044
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,288

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,044 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,377
Average per year3,288
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 KZX 1k15k28k42k55k '06'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,044 miles
Since last MOT+2,377 miles
PASS
Mileage52,667 miles
Since last MOT+1,761 miles
PASS
Mileage50,906 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,906 miles
Since last MOT+3,120 miles
PASS
Mileage47,786 miles
Since last MOT+2,734 miles
PASS
Mileage45,052 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,052 miles
Since last MOT+3,179 miles
PASS
Mileage41,873 miles
Since last MOT+2,893 miles
PASS
Mileage38,980 miles
Since last MOT+1,502 miles
PASS
Mileage37,478 miles
Since last MOT+4,935 miles
PASS
Mileage32,543 miles
Since last MOT+5,168 miles
PASS
Mileage27,375 miles
Since last MOT+5,480 miles
PASS
Mileage21,895 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,895 miles
Since last MOT+6,427 miles
PASS
Mileage15,468 miles
Since last MOT+5,024 miles
PASS
Mileage10,444 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage10,444 miles
Since last MOT+7,190 miles
PASS
Mileage3,254 miles
Since last MOT+1,119 miles
PASS
Mileage2,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage2,135 miles
Since last MOT+851 miles
PASS
Mileage1,284 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

RegistrationKM52 KZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 KZX

What car is KM52 KZX?

KM52 KZX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KM52 KZX?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 KZX was 55,044 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 KZX passed its MOT?

KM52 KZX has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2023.

Is KM52 KZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 KZX 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 KM52 KZX?

KM52 KZX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.