2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AF52 KVG
2002 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 78,164 miles. MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF52 KVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 78,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF52 KVG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Polo (AF52 KVG) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
AF52 KVG Mileage History
- 15/08/202471,748 mi
- 16/08/202471,749 mi+1 mi
- 18/08/202572,423 mi+674 mi
- 26/08/202678,164 mi+5,741 mi
- 26/08/202678,164 mi
Average of roughly 3,162 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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