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MW02 WZG

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 96,052 miles on the clock, averaging 6,241 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 MW02 WZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,052
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,241

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,052 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,080
Average per year6,241
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MW02 WZG 14k35k55k76k96k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,052 miles
Since last MOT+6,080 miles
PASS
Mileage89,972 miles
Since last MOT+299 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,673 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,601 miles
Since last MOT+3,500 miles
PASS
Mileage86,101 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,100 miles
Since last MOT+4,025 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,075 miles
Since last MOT+6,030 miles
PASS
Mileage76,045 miles
Since last MOT+85 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,960 miles
Since last MOT+6,740 miles
PASS
Mileage69,220 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,216 miles
Since last MOT+8,366 miles
PASS
Mileage60,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,850 miles
Since last MOT+9,469 miles
PASS
Mileage51,381 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,378 miles
Since last MOT+9,748 miles
PASS
Mileage41,630 miles
Since last MOT+245 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,385 miles
Since last MOT+4,429 miles
PASS
Mileage36,956 miles
Since last MOT+5,406 miles
PASS
Mileage31,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,550 miles
Since last MOT+5,421 miles
PASS
Mileage26,129 miles
Since last MOT+6,228 miles
PASS
Mileage19,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,442 miles
PASS
Mileage14,459 miles

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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

RegistrationMW02 WZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MW02 WZG

What car is MW02 WZG?

MW02 WZG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MW02 WZG?

The last recorded mileage for MW02 WZG was 96,052 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW02 WZG passed its MOT?

MW02 WZG has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2018.

Is MW02 WZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 WZG 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 MW02 WZG?

MW02 WZG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.