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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 144,118 miles on the clock, averaging 6,192 miles per year, below 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 RKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 35 |
| Average per year | 6,192 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 RKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 RKU
What car is KY52 RKU?
KY52 RKU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 RKU?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 RKU was 144,118 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 RKU passed its MOT?
KY52 RKU has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2022.
Is KY52 RKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 RKU 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 KY52 RKU?
KY52 RKU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.