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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 103,848 miles on the clock, averaging 6,476 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 RWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,848 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,921 |
| Average per year | 6,476 |
| 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 | SY02 RWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SY02 RWL
What car is SY02 RWL?
SY02 RWL is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SY02 RWL?
The last recorded mileage for SY02 RWL was 103,848 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY02 RWL passed its MOT?
SY02 RWL has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 6 Sep 2017.
Is SY02 RWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY02 RWL 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 RWL?
SY02 RWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.