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 115,462 miles on the clock, averaging 8,079 miles per year, around 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 PL02 SPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Average per year | 8,079 |
| 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 | PL02 SPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About PL02 SPX
What car is PL02 SPX?
PL02 SPX is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PL02 SPX?
The last recorded mileage for PL02 SPX was 115,462 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL02 SPX passed its MOT?
PL02 SPX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2016.
Is PL02 SPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL02 SPX 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 SPX?
PL02 SPX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.