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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 82,359 miles on the clock, averaging 6,671 miles per year, 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 GL02 BVR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,671 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL02 BVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GL02 BVR
What car is GL02 BVR?
GL02 BVR is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL02 BVR?
The last recorded mileage for GL02 BVR was 82,359 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL02 BVR passed its MOT?
GL02 BVR has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2014.
Is GL02 BVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 BVR 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 GL02 BVR?
GL02 BVR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.