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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 98,942 miles on the clock, averaging 5,053 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 EX02 DSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,053 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EX02 DSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EX02 DSE
What car is EX02 DSE?
EX02 DSE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EX02 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for EX02 DSE was 98,942 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX02 DSE passed its MOT?
EX02 DSE has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2021.
Is EX02 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX02 DSE 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 EX02 DSE?
EX02 DSE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.