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 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 133,378 miles on the clock, averaging 9,010 miles per year, above 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 LBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,247 |
| Average per year | 9,010 |
| 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 | GV02 LBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LBY
What car is GV02 LBY?
GV02 LBY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV02 LBY?
The last recorded mileage for GV02 LBY was 133,378 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV02 LBY passed its MOT?
GV02 LBY has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 2 Sep 2014.
Is GV02 LBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 LBY 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 LBY?
GV02 LBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.