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EX02 XLD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 65,980 miles on the clock, averaging 12,327 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for EX02 XLD

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,980
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
12,327

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading65,980 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,580
Average per year12,327
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX02 XLD 46k51k56k61k66k '06'07'06

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,980 miles
Since last MOT+19,580 miles
PASS
Mileage46,400 miles
Since last MOT+129 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,271 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 XLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EX02 XLD

What car is EX02 XLD?

EX02 XLD is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EX02 XLD?

The last recorded mileage for EX02 XLD was 65,980 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX02 XLD passed its MOT?

EX02 XLD has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Oct 2007.

Is EX02 XLD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX02 XLD 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 XLD?

EX02 XLD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.