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 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 106,331 miles on the clock, averaging 4,325 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 EF02 FCM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 106,331 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 50 |
| Average per year | 4,325 |
| 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 | EF02 FCM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EF02 FCM
What car is EF02 FCM?
EF02 FCM is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EF02 FCM?
The last recorded mileage for EF02 FCM was 106,331 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF02 FCM passed its MOT?
EF02 FCM has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is EF02 FCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF02 FCM 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 EF02 FCM?
EF02 FCM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.