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EA02 NZP

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Purple Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourPurple
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 122,954 miles on the clock, averaging 7,240 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 NZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,954
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,240

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading122,954 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,110
Average per year7,240
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA02 NZP 29k53k76k100k123k '06'19'13

Check EA02 NZP

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,954 miles
Since last MOT+8,110 miles
PASS
Mileage114,844 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage109,904 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,849 miles
Since last MOT+9,156 miles
PASS
Mileage100,693 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,693 miles
Since last MOT+11,028 miles
PASS
Mileage89,665 miles
Since last MOT+5,512 miles
PASS
Mileage84,153 miles
Since last MOT+180 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,973 miles
Since last MOT+8,410 miles
PASS
Mileage75,563 miles
Since last MOT+8,838 miles
PASS
Mileage66,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,725 miles
Since last MOT+9,434 miles
PASS
Mileage57,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,291 miles
Since last MOT+6,655 miles
PASS
Mileage50,636 miles
Since last MOT+7,027 miles
PASS
Mileage43,609 miles
Since last MOT+6,986 miles
PASS
Mileage36,623 miles
Since last MOT+7,194 miles
PASS
Mileage29,429 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 NZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 NZP

What car is EA02 NZP?

EA02 NZP is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 NZP?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 NZP was 122,954 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 NZP passed its MOT?

EA02 NZP has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2019.

Is EA02 NZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 NZP 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 NZP?

EA02 NZP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.