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 Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 222,726 miles on the clock, averaging 14,668 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CU02 VLB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 222,726 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,668 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | CU02 VLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About CU02 VLB
What car is CU02 VLB?
CU02 VLB is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU02 VLB?
The last recorded mileage for CU02 VLB was 222,726 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU02 VLB passed its MOT?
CU02 VLB has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2019.
Is CU02 VLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU02 VLB 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 CU02 VLB?
CU02 VLB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.