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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 177,684 miles on the clock, averaging 8,791 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 KY52 BYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,684 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,812 |
| Average per year | 8,791 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | KY52 BYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KY52 BYJ
What car is KY52 BYJ?
KY52 BYJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 BYJ?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 BYJ was 177,684 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 BYJ passed its MOT?
KY52 BYJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2023.
Is KY52 BYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 BYJ 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 KY52 BYJ?
KY52 BYJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.