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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 142,638 miles on the clock, averaging 11,890 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SH02 GOU
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SH02 GOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SH02 GOU
What car is SH02 GOU?
SH02 GOU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH02 GOU?
The last recorded mileage for SH02 GOU was 142,638 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH02 GOU passed its MOT?
SH02 GOU has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2015.
Is SH02 GOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH02 GOU 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 SH02 GOU?
SH02 GOU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.