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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 130,910 miles on the clock, averaging 6,924 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GK02 HVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,910 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,924 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK02 HVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GK02 HVL
What car is GK02 HVL?
GK02 HVL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK02 HVL?
The last recorded mileage for GK02 HVL was 130,910 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK02 HVL passed its MOT?
GK02 HVL has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2023.
Is GK02 HVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK02 HVL 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 GK02 HVL?
GK02 HVL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.