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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 85,952 miles on the clock, averaging 4,225 miles per year, well 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 GY02 JZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GY02 JZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GY02 JZA
What car is GY02 JZA?
GY02 JZA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY02 JZA?
The last recorded mileage for GY02 JZA was 85,952 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY02 JZA passed its MOT?
GY02 JZA has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2021.
Is GY02 JZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY02 JZA 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 GY02 JZA?
GY02 JZA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.