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KN02 OBY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 94,255 miles on the clock, averaging 5,172 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 KN02 OBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,172

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,255 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,739
Average per year5,172
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN02 OBY 34k49k64k79k94k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,255 miles
Since last MOT+4,739 miles
PASS
Mileage89,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,516 miles
Since last MOT+12,267 miles
PASS
Mileage77,249 miles
Since last MOT+844 miles
PASS
Mileage76,405 miles
Since last MOT+3,625 miles
PASS
Mileage72,780 miles
Since last MOT+3,005 miles
PASS
Mileage69,775 miles
Since last MOT+4,197 miles
PASS
Mileage65,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,578 miles
Since last MOT+3,635 miles
PASS
Mileage61,943 miles
Since last MOT+2,722 miles
PASS
Mileage59,221 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
PASS
Mileage55,365 miles
Since last MOT+5,681 miles
PASS
Mileage49,684 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,684 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage41,887 miles
Since last MOT+8,133 miles
PASS
Mileage33,754 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

RegistrationKN02 OBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KN02 OBY

What car is KN02 OBY?

KN02 OBY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KN02 OBY?

The last recorded mileage for KN02 OBY was 94,255 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN02 OBY passed its MOT?

KN02 OBY has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2018.

Is KN02 OBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN02 OBY 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 KN02 OBY?

KN02 OBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.