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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 145,650 miles on the clock, averaging 7,506 miles per year, around 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 GV02 HDG
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,650 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 50 |
| Average per year | 7,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GV02 HDG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 HDG
What car is GV02 HDG?
GV02 HDG is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV02 HDG?
The last recorded mileage for GV02 HDG was 145,650 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV02 HDG passed its MOT?
GV02 HDG has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2018.
Is GV02 HDG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 HDG 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 HDG?
GV02 HDG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.