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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 148,514 miles on the clock, averaging 8,090 miles per year, around 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 PF02 SMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,843 |
| Average per year | 8,090 |
| 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:
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 | PF02 SMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About PF02 SMX
What car is PF02 SMX?
PF02 SMX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PF02 SMX?
The last recorded mileage for PF02 SMX was 148,514 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF02 SMX passed its MOT?
PF02 SMX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 31 Jul 2020.
Is PF02 SMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF02 SMX 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 PF02 SMX?
PF02 SMX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.