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CK02 XOT

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Grey Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1422cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 139,699 miles on the clock, averaging 9,168 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for CK02 XOT

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,699
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,168

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,699 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CK02 XOT 39k64k89k115k140k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,699 miles
Since last MOT+3,594 miles
PASS
Mileage136,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,105 miles
Since last MOT+20,701 miles
PASS
Mileage115,404 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,239 miles
Since last MOT+13,956 miles
PASS
Mileage101,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,283 miles
Since last MOT+12,264 miles
PASS
Mileage89,019 miles
Since last MOT+14,045 miles
PASS
Mileage74,974 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,974 miles
Since last MOT+10,731 miles
PASS
Mileage64,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,943 miles
PASS
Mileage56,300 miles
Since last MOT+8,835 miles
PASS
Mileage47,465 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,448 miles
Since last MOT+8,473 miles
PASS
Mileage38,975 miles

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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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK02 XOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCK — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CK02 XOT

What car is CK02 XOT?

CK02 XOT is a grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2002.

What is the mileage of CK02 XOT?

The last recorded mileage for CK02 XOT was 139,699 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CK02 XOT passed its MOT?

CK02 XOT has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2017.

Is CK02 XOT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CK02 XOT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CK02 XOT?

CK02 XOT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.