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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 75,177 miles on the clock, averaging 3,201 miles per year, well 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 UGR
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,240 |
| Average per year | 3,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SL02 UGR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SL02 UGR
What car is SL02 UGR?
SL02 UGR is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SL02 UGR?
The last recorded mileage for SL02 UGR was 75,177 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL02 UGR passed its MOT?
SL02 UGR has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 7 Jul 2025.
Is SL02 UGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 UGR 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 UGR?
SL02 UGR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.