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GJ02 WXE

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 62,031 miles on the clock, averaging 2,705 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 GJ02 WXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,031
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,705

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 reading62,031 miles
Reading date
Miles last year505
Average per year2,705
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ02 WXE 27k35k44k53k62k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,031 miles
Since last MOT+505 miles
PASS
Mileage61,526 miles
Since last MOT+624 miles
PASS
Mileage60,902 miles
Since last MOT+663 miles
PASS
Mileage60,239 miles
Since last MOT+914 miles
PASS
Mileage59,325 miles
Since last MOT+816 miles
PASS
Mileage58,509 miles
PASS
Mileage578,921 miles
Since last MOT+521,100 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,821 miles
Since last MOT+655 miles
PASS
Mileage57,166 miles
Since last MOT+562 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,604 miles
Since last MOT+495 miles
PASS
Mileage56,109 miles
Since last MOT+554 miles
PASS
Mileage55,555 miles
Since last MOT+7,701 miles
PASS
Mileage47,854 miles
Since last MOT+7,780 miles
PASS
Mileage40,074 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,192 miles
PASS
Mileage33,819 miles
Since last MOT+7,191 miles
PASS
Mileage26,628 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

RegistrationGJ02 WXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GJ02 WXE

What car is GJ02 WXE?

GJ02 WXE is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GJ02 WXE?

The last recorded mileage for GJ02 WXE was 62,031 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ02 WXE passed its MOT?

GJ02 WXE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2019.

Is GJ02 WXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ02 WXE 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 GJ02 WXE?

GJ02 WXE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.