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FH02 LYV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 65,301 miles on the clock, averaging 4,890 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 FH02 LYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,301
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,890

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,301 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,890
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FH02 LYV 14k27k40k52k65k '06'16'13

Check FH02 LYV

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,301 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage60,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,334 miles
Since last MOT+3,797 miles
PASS
Mileage56,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,170 miles
PASS
Mileage50,367 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,366 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage44,522 miles
Since last MOT+5,269 miles
PASS
Mileage39,253 miles
Since last MOT+5,443 miles
PASS
Mileage33,810 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage26,680 miles
Since last MOT+3,862 miles
PASS
Mileage22,818 miles
Since last MOT+3,418 miles
PASS
Mileage19,400 miles
Since last MOT+1,149 miles
PASS
Mileage18,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,267 miles
PASS
Mileage13,984 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FH02 LYV

What car is FH02 LYV?

FH02 LYV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FH02 LYV?

The last recorded mileage for FH02 LYV was 65,301 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH02 LYV passed its MOT?

FH02 LYV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2016.

Is FH02 LYV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH02 LYV 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 FH02 LYV?

FH02 LYV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.