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 1200cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 90,411 miles on the clock, averaging 4,218 miles per year, well 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 NK52 ETV
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 130 |
| Average per year | 4,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | NK52 ETV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NK52 ETV
What car is NK52 ETV?
NK52 ETV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NK52 ETV?
The last recorded mileage for NK52 ETV was 90,411 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK52 ETV passed its MOT?
NK52 ETV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2016.
Is NK52 ETV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK52 ETV 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 NK52 ETV?
NK52 ETV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.