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EN02 HNO

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1422cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 155,008 miles on the clock, averaging 8,769 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for EN02 HNO

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,008
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,769

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading155,008 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,769
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN02 HNO 53k78k104k129k155k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,008 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,008 miles
Since last MOT+9,492 miles
PASS
Mileage145,516 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,511 miles
Since last MOT+10,182 miles
PASS
Mileage135,329 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage125,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,766 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage125,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,746 miles
Since last MOT+12,167 miles
PASS
Mileage113,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,579 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,992 miles
Since last MOT+5,331 miles
PASS
Mileage100,661 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,661 miles
Since last MOT+8,593 miles
PASS
Mileage92,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,493 miles
PASS
Mileage81,575 miles
Since last MOT+10,308 miles
PASS
Mileage71,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,267 miles
Since last MOT+11,324 miles
PASS
Mileage59,943 miles
Since last MOT+7,357 miles
PASS
Mileage52,586 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,586 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN02 HNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EN02 HNO

What car is EN02 HNO?

EN02 HNO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EN02 HNO?

The last recorded mileage for EN02 HNO was 155,008 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN02 HNO passed its MOT?

EN02 HNO has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2017.

Is EN02 HNO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN02 HNO 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 EN02 HNO?

EN02 HNO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.