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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 80,807 miles on the clock, averaging 2,866 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 SM02 TNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 2,866 |
| 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 TNK |
| 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 TNK
What car is SM02 TNK?
SM02 TNK is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM02 TNK?
The last recorded mileage for SM02 TNK was 80,807 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM02 TNK passed its MOT?
SM02 TNK has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is SM02 TNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM02 TNK 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 TNK?
SM02 TNK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.