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SY02 KGA

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 88,094 miles on the clock, averaging 5,706 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 SY02 KGA

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,094
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,706

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,094 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,706
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY02 KGA 9k29k48k68k88k '06'20'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,094 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,094 miles
Since last MOT+6,090 miles
PASS
Mileage82,004 miles
Since last MOT+155 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,849 miles
Since last MOT+6,644 miles
PASS
Mileage75,205 miles
Since last MOT+7,484 miles
PASS
Mileage67,721 miles
Since last MOT+6,521 miles
PASS
Mileage61,200 miles
Since last MOT+8,377 miles
PASS
Mileage52,823 miles
Since last MOT+10,204 miles
PASS
Mileage42,619 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,691 miles
Since last MOT+7,333 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,104 miles
PASS
Mileage31,254 miles
Since last MOT+3,102 miles
PASS
Mileage28,152 miles
Since last MOT+8,713 miles
PASS
Mileage19,439 miles
Since last MOT+8,218 miles
PASS
Mileage11,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage11,221 miles
Since last MOT+1,183 miles
PASS
Mileage10,038 miles
Since last MOT+1,382 miles
PASS
Mileage8,656 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY02 KGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SY02 KGA

What car is SY02 KGA?

SY02 KGA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.

What is the mileage of SY02 KGA?

The last recorded mileage for SY02 KGA was 88,094 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY02 KGA passed its MOT?

SY02 KGA has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2020.

Is SY02 KGA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY02 KGA 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 SY02 KGA?

SY02 KGA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.