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GL02 ECN

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 111,501 miles on the clock, averaging 5,125 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 ECN

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,501
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,125

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,501 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,210
Average per year5,125
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL02 ECN 48k64k80k96k112k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,501 miles
Since last MOT+9,210 miles
PASS
Mileage102,291 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,290 miles
Since last MOT+4,757 miles
PASS
Mileage97,533 miles
Since last MOT+7,556 miles
PASS
Mileage89,977 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,917 miles
Since last MOT+6,168 miles
PASS
Mileage83,749 miles
Since last MOT+4,751 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,998 miles
Since last MOT+3,231 miles
PASS
Mileage75,767 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,315 miles
PASS
Mileage71,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,610 miles
PASS
Mileage64,840 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage59,786 miles
Since last MOT+89 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,697 miles
Since last MOT+3,694 miles
PASS
Mileage56,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,473 miles
PASS
Mileage52,530 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,527 miles
Since last MOT+4,970 miles
PASS
Mileage47,557 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

RegistrationGL02 ECN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GL02 ECN

What car is GL02 ECN?

GL02 ECN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GL02 ECN?

The last recorded mileage for GL02 ECN was 111,501 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL02 ECN passed its MOT?

GL02 ECN has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2019.

Is GL02 ECN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 ECN 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 ECN?

GL02 ECN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.