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KV52 SZU

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 99,632 miles on the clock, averaging 4,662 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 KV52 SZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,632
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,662

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,632 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,242
Average per year4,662
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV52 SZU 34k51k67k83k100k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,632 miles
Since last MOT+4,242 miles
PASS
Mileage95,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,408 miles
PASS
Mileage93,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,982 miles
Since last MOT+2,739 miles
PASS
Mileage91,243 miles
Since last MOT+2,278 miles
PASS
Mileage88,965 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage85,364 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,364 miles
Since last MOT+4,413 miles
PASS
Mileage80,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,288 miles
PASS
Mileage75,663 miles
Since last MOT+294 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,369 miles
Since last MOT+7,974 miles
PASS
Mileage67,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,395 miles
Since last MOT+9,919 miles
PASS
Mileage57,476 miles
Since last MOT+2,396 miles
PASS
Mileage55,080 miles
Since last MOT+6,631 miles
PASS
Mileage48,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,449 miles
Since last MOT+6,904 miles
PASS
Mileage41,545 miles
Since last MOT+7,112 miles
PASS
Mileage34,433 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

RegistrationKV52 SZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KV52 SZU

What car is KV52 SZU?

KV52 SZU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KV52 SZU?

The last recorded mileage for KV52 SZU was 99,632 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV52 SZU passed its MOT?

KV52 SZU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2020.

Is KV52 SZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV52 SZU 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 SZU?

KV52 SZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.