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 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 115,637 miles on the clock, averaging 5,401 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 NK52 LBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,637 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,700 |
| Average per year | 5,401 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NK52 LBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NK52 LBU
What car is NK52 LBU?
NK52 LBU is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NK52 LBU?
The last recorded mileage for NK52 LBU was 115,637 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK52 LBU passed its MOT?
NK52 LBU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2022.
Is NK52 LBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK52 LBU 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 LBU?
NK52 LBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.