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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 105,881 miles on the clock, averaging 6,658 miles per year, 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 SA02 XLB
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
Below average| Latest reading | 105,881 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,658 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA02 XLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SA02 XLB
What car is SA02 XLB?
SA02 XLB is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SA02 XLB?
The last recorded mileage for SA02 XLB was 105,881 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA02 XLB passed its MOT?
SA02 XLB has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2016.
Is SA02 XLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA02 XLB 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 SA02 XLB?
SA02 XLB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.