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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 8 (72% pass rate). It has 54,811 miles on the clock, averaging 2,256 miles per year, well 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 UYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,796 |
| Average per year | 2,256 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 UYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UYJ
What car is GK02 UYJ?
GK02 UYJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GK02 UYJ?
The last recorded mileage for GK02 UYJ was 54,811 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK02 UYJ passed its MOT?
GK02 UYJ has had 29 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (21 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.
Is GK02 UYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK02 UYJ 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 UYJ?
GK02 UYJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.