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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 138,093 miles on the clock, averaging 8,139 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 HG02 BWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,960 |
| Average per year | 8,139 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | HG02 BWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About HG02 BWJ
What car is HG02 BWJ?
HG02 BWJ is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HG02 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for HG02 BWJ was 138,093 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG02 BWJ passed its MOT?
HG02 BWJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 8 Dec 2018.
Is HG02 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG02 BWJ 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 HG02 BWJ?
HG02 BWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.