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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 86,825 miles on the clock, averaging 3,633 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NL02 EFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,940 |
| Average per year | 3,633 |
| 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 | NL02 EFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About NL02 EFG
What car is NL02 EFG?
NL02 EFG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL02 EFG?
The last recorded mileage for NL02 EFG was 86,825 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL02 EFG passed its MOT?
NL02 EFG has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2020.
Is NL02 EFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL02 EFG 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 NL02 EFG?
NL02 EFG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.