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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 145,220 miles on the clock, averaging 8,198 miles per year, around 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 KV52 LDU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,220 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 293 |
| Average per year | 8,198 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KV52 LDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KV — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KV52 LDU
What car is KV52 LDU?
KV52 LDU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KV52 LDU?
The last recorded mileage for KV52 LDU was 145,220 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KV52 LDU passed its MOT?
KV52 LDU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2017.
Is KV52 LDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV52 LDU 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 KV52 LDU?
KV52 LDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.