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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 78,116 miles on the clock, averaging 2,972 miles per year, well 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 AP02 PHA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,827 |
| Average per year | 2,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | AP02 PHA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AP02 PHA
What car is AP02 PHA?
AP02 PHA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AP02 PHA?
The last recorded mileage for AP02 PHA was 78,116 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP02 PHA passed its MOT?
AP02 PHA has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 6 Dec 2023.
Is AP02 PHA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP02 PHA 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 AP02 PHA?
AP02 PHA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.