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 Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 160,879 miles on the clock, averaging 7,177 miles per year, 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 HS02 VBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,879 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | HS02 VBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About HS02 VBJ
What car is HS02 VBJ?
HS02 VBJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HS02 VBJ?
The last recorded mileage for HS02 VBJ was 160,879 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS02 VBJ passed its MOT?
HS02 VBJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2024.
Is HS02 VBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS02 VBJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HS02 VBJ?
HS02 VBJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.