Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SL02 UGS

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 112,746 miles on the clock, averaging 5,737 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SL02 UGS

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,737

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 reading112,746 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,731
Average per year5,737
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 UGS 32k52k72k93k113k '05'19'14

Check SL02 UGS

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage112,746 miles
Since last MOT+8,731 miles
PASS
Mileage104,015 miles
Since last MOT+6,326 miles
PASS
Mileage97,689 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,689 miles
Since last MOT+5,961 miles
PASS
Mileage91,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
PASS
Mileage85,194 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,179 miles
Since last MOT+4,741 miles
PASS
Mileage80,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,438 miles
Since last MOT+4,531 miles
PASS
Mileage75,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,474 miles
PASS
Mileage71,433 miles
FAIL
Mileage714,336 miles
Since last MOT+646,517 miles
PASS
Mileage67,819 miles
Since last MOT+3,403 miles
PASS
Mileage64,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,966 miles
PASS
Mileage60,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage53,501 miles
Since last MOT+7,681 miles
PASS
Mileage45,820 miles
Since last MOT+8,830 miles
PASS
Mileage36,990 miles
Since last MOT+5,044 miles
PASS
Mileage31,946 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 UGS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

More SL02 U plates

Browse all SL02 U registrations from Edinburgh.

About SL02 UGS

What car is SL02 UGS?

SL02 UGS is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL02 UGS?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 UGS was 112,746 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 UGS passed its MOT?

SL02 UGS has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jul 2019.

Is SL02 UGS ULEZ compliant?

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

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