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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 47,244 miles on the clock, averaging 1,582 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 HW02 AKF
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 | 47,244 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | HW02 AKF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About HW02 AKF
What car is HW02 AKF?
HW02 AKF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HW02 AKF?
The last recorded mileage for HW02 AKF was 47,244 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW02 AKF passed its MOT?
HW02 AKF has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2022.
Is HW02 AKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW02 AKF 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 HW02 AKF?
HW02 AKF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.