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 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 9 (50% pass rate). It has 104,166 miles on the clock, averaging 6,597 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YC02 VHP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,166 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,597 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YC02 VHP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YC02 VHP
What car is YC02 VHP?
YC02 VHP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YC02 VHP?
The last recorded mileage for YC02 VHP was 104,166 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC02 VHP passed its MOT?
YC02 VHP has had 18 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (9 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2017.
Is YC02 VHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC02 VHP 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 VHP?
YC02 VHP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.