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SL02 FSD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 102,096 miles on the clock, averaging 6,523 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 SL02 FSD

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,096
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,523

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,096 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,523
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 FSD 21k41k62k82k102k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,096 miles
Since last MOT+11,421 miles
PASS
Mileage90,675 miles
Since last MOT+213 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,462 miles
Since last MOT+12,509 miles
PASS
Mileage77,953 miles
Since last MOT+8,653 miles
PASS
Mileage69,300 miles
Since last MOT+15,483 miles
PASS
Mileage53,817 miles
Since last MOT+3,822 miles
PASS
Mileage49,995 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,995 miles
Since last MOT+3,087 miles
PASS
Mileage46,908 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,906 miles
Since last MOT+3,772 miles
PASS
Mileage43,134 miles
Since last MOT+3,912 miles
PASS
Mileage39,222 miles
Since last MOT+4,116 miles
PASS
Mileage35,106 miles
Since last MOT+4,472 miles
PASS
Mileage30,634 miles
Since last MOT+123 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,511 miles
Since last MOT+5,028 miles
PASS
Mileage25,483 miles
Since last MOT+4,529 miles
PASS
Mileage20,954 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

RegistrationSL02 FSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SL02 FSD

What car is SL02 FSD?

SL02 FSD is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL02 FSD?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 FSD was 102,096 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 FSD passed its MOT?

SL02 FSD has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2018.

Is SL02 FSD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 FSD 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 SL02 FSD?

SL02 FSD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.