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WN02 YYB

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1422cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 106,250 miles on the clock, averaging 8,439 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WN02 YYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,250
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,439

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,250 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,873
Average per year8,439
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WN02 YYB 43k59k75k90k106k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,873 miles
PASS
Mileage101,377 miles
Since last MOT+7,008 miles
PASS
Mileage94,369 miles
Since last MOT+5,818 miles
PASS
Mileage88,551 miles
Since last MOT+7,525 miles
PASS
Mileage81,026 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,963 miles
Since last MOT+13,679 miles
PASS
Mileage67,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,284 miles
Since last MOT+12,975 miles
PASS
Mileage54,309 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage42,826 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN02 YYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About WN02 YYB

What car is WN02 YYB?

WN02 YYB is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WN02 YYB?

The last recorded mileage for WN02 YYB was 106,250 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN02 YYB passed its MOT?

WN02 YYB has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2013.

Is WN02 YYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN02 YYB 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 WN02 YYB?

WN02 YYB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.