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PX02 PCY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 142,576 miles on the clock, averaging 6,942 miles per year, 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 PX02 PCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,576
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,942

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading142,576 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,942
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX02 PCY 18k49k80k111k143k '06'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,576 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,574 miles
Since last MOT+12,210 miles
PASS
Mileage130,364 miles
Since last MOT+10,793 miles
PASS
Mileage119,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,571 miles
Since last MOT+9,573 miles
PASS
Mileage109,998 miles
Since last MOT+5,163 miles
PASS
Mileage104,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,836 miles
PASS
Mileage94,999 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,997 miles
Since last MOT+12,185 miles
PASS
Mileage82,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,812 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage78,319 miles
Since last MOT+2,068 miles
PASS
Mileage76,251 miles
Since last MOT+1,109 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,142 miles
Since last MOT+823 miles
PASS
Mileage74,319 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,316 miles
Since last MOT+1,378 miles
PASS
Mileage72,938 miles
Since last MOT+1,045 miles
PASS
Mileage71,893 miles
Since last MOT+9,925 miles
PASS
Mileage61,968 miles
Since last MOT+10,594 miles
PASS
Mileage51,374 miles
Since last MOT+11,908 miles
PASS
Mileage39,466 miles
Since last MOT+8,347 miles
PASS
Mileage31,119 miles
Since last MOT+7,849 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,270 miles
Since last MOT+5,491 miles
PASS
Mileage17,779 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX02 PCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PX02 PCY

What car is PX02 PCY?

PX02 PCY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.

What is the mileage of PX02 PCY?

The last recorded mileage for PX02 PCY was 142,576 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX02 PCY passed its MOT?

PX02 PCY has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2024.

Is PX02 PCY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX02 PCY 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 PX02 PCY?

PX02 PCY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.