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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 13 (50% pass rate). It has 126,196 miles on the clock, averaging 6,378 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 EA02 BXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,196 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,881 |
| Average per year | 6,378 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | EA02 BXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EA02 BXU
What car is EA02 BXU?
EA02 BXU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EA02 BXU?
The last recorded mileage for EA02 BXU was 126,196 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA02 BXU passed its MOT?
EA02 BXU has had 26 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (13 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2023.
Is EA02 BXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 BXU 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 EA02 BXU?
EA02 BXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.