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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 79,015 miles on the clock, averaging 4,032 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 ML02 WVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,314 |
| Average per year | 4,032 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML02 WVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About ML02 WVC
What car is ML02 WVC?
ML02 WVC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML02 WVC?
The last recorded mileage for ML02 WVC was 79,015 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML02 WVC passed its MOT?
ML02 WVC has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2022.
Is ML02 WVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML02 WVC 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 ML02 WVC?
ML02 WVC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.