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PL02 HMG

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 84,611 miles on the clock, averaging 3,752 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 PL02 HMG

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,611
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,752

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,611 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year3,752
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL02 HMG 45k55k65k75k85k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,611 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,607 miles
Since last MOT+2,404 miles
PASS
Mileage82,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,755 miles
PASS
Mileage79,448 miles
Since last MOT+1,393 miles
PASS
Mileage78,055 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,051 miles
Since last MOT+5,519 miles
PASS
Mileage72,532 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,480 miles
Since last MOT+5,813 miles
PASS
Mileage66,667 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,581 miles
Since last MOT+5,611 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,970 miles
Since last MOT+5,595 miles
PASS
Mileage55,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,375 miles
Since last MOT+813 miles
PASS
Mileage54,562 miles
Since last MOT+1,055 miles
PASS
Mileage53,507 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage44,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,662 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 HMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PL02 HMG

What car is PL02 HMG?

PL02 HMG is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PL02 HMG?

The last recorded mileage for PL02 HMG was 84,611 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL02 HMG passed its MOT?

PL02 HMG has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2017.

Is PL02 HMG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL02 HMG 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 PL02 HMG?

PL02 HMG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.