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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 170,540 miles on the clock, averaging 8,500 miles per year, around 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 VOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 170,540 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,079 |
| Average per year | 8,500 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SH02 VOU
What car is SH02 VOU?
SH02 VOU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH02 VOU?
The last recorded mileage for SH02 VOU was 170,540 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH02 VOU passed its MOT?
SH02 VOU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2018.
Is SH02 VOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH02 VOU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SH02 VOU?
SH02 VOU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.