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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 119,469 miles on the clock, averaging 5,751 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 YA02 BAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,343 |
| Average per year | 5,751 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YA02 BAW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YA02 BAW
What car is YA02 BAW?
YA02 BAW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YA02 BAW?
The last recorded mileage for YA02 BAW was 119,469 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA02 BAW passed its MOT?
YA02 BAW has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2019.
Is YA02 BAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA02 BAW 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 YA02 BAW?
YA02 BAW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.