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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 49,255 miles on the clock, averaging 6,236 miles per year, 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 MK02 EKL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 49,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,766 |
| Average per year | 6,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | MK02 EKL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MK02 EKL
What car is MK02 EKL?
MK02 EKL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MK02 EKL?
The last recorded mileage for MK02 EKL was 49,255 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK02 EKL passed its MOT?
MK02 EKL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Apr 2011.
Is MK02 EKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK02 EKL 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 MK02 EKL?
MK02 EKL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.