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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 125,835 miles on the clock, averaging 6,609 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for EF02 JJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,835 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,432 |
| Average per year | 6,609 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EF02 JJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EF02 JJL
What car is EF02 JJL?
EF02 JJL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EF02 JJL?
The last recorded mileage for EF02 JJL was 125,835 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF02 JJL passed its MOT?
EF02 JJL has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jun 2016.
Is EF02 JJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF02 JJL 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 EF02 JJL?
EF02 JJL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.