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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 81,621 miles on the clock, averaging 4,559 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 GV02 DCE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,621 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,559 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GV02 DCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GV02 DCE
What car is GV02 DCE?
GV02 DCE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV02 DCE?
The last recorded mileage for GV02 DCE was 81,621 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV02 DCE passed its MOT?
GV02 DCE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2021.
Is GV02 DCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 DCE 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 GV02 DCE?
GV02 DCE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.