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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 107,415 miles on the clock, averaging 4,870 miles per year, well 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 PL02 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 107,415 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 393 |
| Average per year | 4,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VTJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VTJ
What car is PL02 VTJ?
PL02 VTJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PL02 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for PL02 VTJ was 107,415 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL02 VTJ passed its MOT?
PL02 VTJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 12 Jan 2022.
Is PL02 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL02 VTJ 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 VTJ?
PL02 VTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.