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 1400cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 119,778 miles on the clock, averaging 14,289 miles per year, above 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 SP02 YDE
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
Above average| Latest reading | 119,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 14,289 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SP02 YDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SP02 YDE
What car is SP02 YDE?
SP02 YDE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.
What is the mileage of SP02 YDE?
The last recorded mileage for SP02 YDE was 119,778 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP02 YDE passed its MOT?
SP02 YDE has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2012.
Is SP02 YDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP02 YDE 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 SP02 YDE?
SP02 YDE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.