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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 65,704 miles on the clock, averaging 6,366 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 YC02 AEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,704 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,408 |
| Average per year | 6,366 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YC02 AEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YC02 AEM
What car is YC02 AEM?
YC02 AEM is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YC02 AEM?
The last recorded mileage for YC02 AEM was 65,704 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC02 AEM passed its MOT?
YC02 AEM has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2012.
Is YC02 AEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC02 AEM 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 YC02 AEM?
YC02 AEM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.