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 Diesel 1422cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 101,133 miles on the clock, averaging 4,878 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MV02 KYX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,133 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,878 |
| 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:
1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure
The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].
2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure
Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MV02 KYX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MV02 KYX
What car is MV02 KYX?
MV02 KYX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MV02 KYX?
The last recorded mileage for MV02 KYX was 101,133 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV02 KYX passed its MOT?
MV02 KYX has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2020.
Is MV02 KYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV02 KYX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MV02 KYX?
MV02 KYX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.