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GK02 MGY

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 48,490 miles on the clock, averaging 3,432 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 GK02 MGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,490
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
3,432

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading48,490 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,846
Average per year3,432
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GK02 MGY 22k28k35k42k48k '05'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,490 miles
Since last MOT+3,846 miles
PASS
Mileage44,644 miles
Since last MOT+2,505 miles
PASS
Mileage42,139 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,396 miles
Since last MOT+1,556 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,840 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage32,118 miles
Since last MOT+2,060 miles
PASS
Mileage30,058 miles
Since last MOT+8,246 miles
PASS
Mileage21,812 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

RegistrationGK02 MGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGK — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GK02 MGY

What car is GK02 MGY?

GK02 MGY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GK02 MGY?

The last recorded mileage for GK02 MGY was 48,490 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK02 MGY passed its MOT?

GK02 MGY has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2013.

Is GK02 MGY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK02 MGY 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 MGY?

GK02 MGY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.