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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 128,407 miles on the clock, averaging 7,820 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 KY52 UXL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,478 |
| Average per year | 7,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KY52 UXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KY52 UXL
What car is KY52 UXL?
KY52 UXL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY52 UXL?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 UXL was 128,407 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 UXL passed its MOT?
KY52 UXL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 10 Sep 2019.
Is KY52 UXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 UXL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 UXL?
KY52 UXL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.