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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 98,902 miles on the clock, averaging 5,005 miles per year, below 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 AO02 ELJ
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 | 98,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,005 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO02 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AO02 ELJ
What car is AO02 ELJ?
AO02 ELJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AO02 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for AO02 ELJ was 98,902 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO02 ELJ passed its MOT?
AO02 ELJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2024.
Is AO02 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO02 ELJ 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 AO02 ELJ?
AO02 ELJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.