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KN02 XJB

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 144,697 miles on the clock, averaging 6,616 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 XJB

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
6,616

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading144,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,410
Average per year6,616
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN02 XJB 37k64k91k118k145k '06'22'13

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,697 miles
Since last MOT+7,410 miles
PASS
Mileage137,287 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,272 miles
Since last MOT+9,954 miles
PASS
Mileage127,318 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,312 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,295 miles
Since last MOT+6,409 miles
PASS
Mileage120,886 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,855 miles
Since last MOT+5,765 miles
PASS
Mileage115,090 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,085 miles
Since last MOT+8,165 miles
PASS
Mileage106,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,920 miles
Since last MOT+7,991 miles
PASS
Mileage98,929 miles
Since last MOT+9,232 miles
PASS
Mileage89,697 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,696 miles
Since last MOT+4,895 miles
PASS
Mileage84,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,801 miles
Since last MOT+6,869 miles
PASS
Mileage77,932 miles
Since last MOT+6,052 miles
PASS
Mileage71,880 miles
Since last MOT+303 miles
PASS
Mileage71,577 miles
Since last MOT+4,956 miles
PASS
Mileage66,621 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,551 miles
Since last MOT+6,633 miles
PASS
Mileage59,918 miles
Since last MOT+4,086 miles
PASS
Mileage55,832 miles
Since last MOT+8,870 miles
PASS
Mileage46,962 miles
Since last MOT+9,519 miles
PASS
Mileage37,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,443 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 XJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
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 XJB

What car is KN02 XJB?

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

What is the mileage of KN02 XJB?

The last recorded mileage for KN02 XJB was 144,697 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN02 XJB passed its MOT?

KN02 XJB has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2022.

Is KN02 XJB ULEZ compliant?

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

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