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HX02 LVW

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 81,925 miles on the clock, averaging 4,502 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 HX02 LVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,502

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,925 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23
Average per year4,502
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HX02 LVW 26k40k54k68k82k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,925 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,902 miles
Since last MOT+3,394 miles
PASS
Mileage78,508 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,503 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage74,827 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,638 miles
PASS
Mileage70,188 miles
Since last MOT+431 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,757 miles
Since last MOT+2,773 miles
PASS
Mileage66,984 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,927 miles
Since last MOT+2,772 miles
PASS
Mileage64,155 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,125 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage61,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,881 miles
PASS
Mileage57,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,683 miles
PASS
Mileage51,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,408 miles
Since last MOT+5,496 miles
PASS
Mileage45,912 miles
Since last MOT+6,052 miles
PASS
Mileage39,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,860 miles
Since last MOT+7,575 miles
PASS
Mileage32,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,285 miles
Since last MOT+6,443 miles
PASS
Mileage25,842 miles

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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

RegistrationHX02 LVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeHX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About HX02 LVW

What car is HX02 LVW?

HX02 LVW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2002.

What is the mileage of HX02 LVW?

The last recorded mileage for HX02 LVW was 81,925 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HX02 LVW passed its MOT?

HX02 LVW has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2018.

Is HX02 LVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX02 LVW 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 HX02 LVW?

HX02 LVW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.