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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 86,165 miles on the clock, averaging 2,975 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 GY02 XTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 91 |
| Average per year | 2,975 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY02 XTL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 XTL
What car is GY02 XTL?
GY02 XTL is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY02 XTL?
The last recorded mileage for GY02 XTL was 86,165 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY02 XTL passed its MOT?
GY02 XTL has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is GY02 XTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY02 XTL 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 XTL?
GY02 XTL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.