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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 103,443 miles on the clock, averaging 6,451 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 XMJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,443 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,663 |
| Average per year | 6,451 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MW02 XMJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 XMJ
What car is MW02 XMJ?
MW02 XMJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW02 XMJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW02 XMJ was 103,443 miles, recorded on 31 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW02 XMJ passed its MOT?
MW02 XMJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 31 May 2018.
Is MW02 XMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 XMJ 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 XMJ?
MW02 XMJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.