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 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 169,818 miles on the clock, averaging 9,908 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MW02 SXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW02 SXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MW02 SXM
What car is MW02 SXM?
MW02 SXM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW02 SXM?
The last recorded mileage for MW02 SXM was 169,818 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW02 SXM passed its MOT?
MW02 SXM has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2019.
Is MW02 SXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 SXM 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 MW02 SXM?
MW02 SXM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.