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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 100,016 miles on the clock, averaging 4,351 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 MT02 LVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 71 |
| Average per year | 4,351 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | MT02 LVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MT02 LVU
What car is MT02 LVU?
MT02 LVU is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MT02 LVU?
The last recorded mileage for MT02 LVU was 100,016 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT02 LVU passed its MOT?
MT02 LVU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jul 2024.
Is MT02 LVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT02 LVU 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 MT02 LVU?
MT02 LVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.