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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 15 (44% pass rate). It has 116,168 miles on the clock, averaging 5,367 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 RLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,168 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 RLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 RLX
What car is KY52 RLX?
KY52 RLX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 RLX?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 RLX was 116,168 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 RLX passed its MOT?
KY52 RLX has had 27 MOT tests with a 44% pass rate (12 passes, 15 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2021.
Is KY52 RLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 RLX 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 RLX?
KY52 RLX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.