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 Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 157,213 miles on the clock, averaging 8,847 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KM52 LHE
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,213 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,847 |
| 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 | KM52 LHE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KM52 LHE
What car is KM52 LHE?
KM52 LHE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KM52 LHE?
The last recorded mileage for KM52 LHE was 157,213 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM52 LHE passed its MOT?
KM52 LHE has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2021.
Is KM52 LHE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 LHE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KM52 LHE?
KM52 LHE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.