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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 144,804 miles on the clock, averaging 6,382 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 SA02 XLO
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
Below average| Latest reading | 144,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SA02 XLO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SA02 XLO
What car is SA02 XLO?
SA02 XLO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SA02 XLO?
The last recorded mileage for SA02 XLO was 144,804 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA02 XLO passed its MOT?
SA02 XLO has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2021.
Is SA02 XLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA02 XLO 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 XLO?
SA02 XLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.