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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 106,132 miles on the clock, averaging 7,336 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 SM02 SXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM02 SXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SM02 SXP
What car is SM02 SXP?
SM02 SXP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM02 SXP?
The last recorded mileage for SM02 SXP was 106,132 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM02 SXP passed its MOT?
SM02 SXP has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2016.
Is SM02 SXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM02 SXP 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 SM02 SXP?
SM02 SXP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.