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 Diesel 1896cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 110,580 miles on the clock, averaging 3,463 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 SO02 AFZ
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 | 110,580 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,463 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO02 AFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SO02 AFZ
What car is SO02 AFZ?
SO02 AFZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SO02 AFZ?
The last recorded mileage for SO02 AFZ was 110,580 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO02 AFZ passed its MOT?
SO02 AFZ has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.
Is SO02 AFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO02 AFZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO02 AFZ?
SO02 AFZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.