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SL02 YJH

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 43,868 miles on the clock, averaging 2,983 miles per year, well 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 YJH

MOT Status
Due date passed
43,868
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
2,983

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading43,868 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,983
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL02 YJH 30k33k37k40k44k '06'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage43,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,868 miles
Since last MOT+1,712 miles
PASS
Mileage42,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,156 miles
Since last MOT+3,429 miles
PASS
Mileage38,727 miles
Since last MOT+4,269 miles
PASS
Mileage34,458 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,449 miles
Since last MOT+2,703 miles
PASS
Mileage31,746 miles
Since last MOT+1,804 miles
PASS
Mileage29,942 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,942 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:

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Vehicle Details

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

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About SL02 YJH

What car is SL02 YJH?

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

What is the mileage of SL02 YJH?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 YJH was 43,868 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 YJH passed its MOT?

SL02 YJH has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2010.

Is SL02 YJH ULEZ compliant?

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

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