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YE02 YPZ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 166,232 miles on the clock, averaging 9,400 miles per year, above 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 YE02 YPZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,232
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,400

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,232 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,400
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YE02 YPZ 10k49k88k127k166k '06'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,232 miles
Since last MOT+94,035 miles
PASS
Mileage72,197 miles
Since last MOT+4,729 miles
PASS
Mileage67,468 miles
Since last MOT+6,300 miles
PASS
Mileage61,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,168 miles
Since last MOT+5,258 miles
PASS
Mileage55,910 miles
Since last MOT+4,318 miles
PASS
Mileage51,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,456 miles
PASS
Mileage49,136 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,134 miles
Since last MOT+4,140 miles
PASS
Mileage44,994 miles
Since last MOT+7,906 miles
PASS
Mileage37,088 miles
Since last MOT+7,905 miles
PASS
Mileage29,183 miles
Since last MOT+6,001 miles
PASS
Mileage23,182 miles
Since last MOT+4,261 miles
PASS
Mileage18,921 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage16,215 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage13,391 miles
Since last MOT+945 miles
PASS
Mileage12,446 miles
Since last MOT+960 miles
PASS
Mileage11,486 miles
Since last MOT+1,909 miles
PASS
Mileage9,577 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE02 YPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YE02 YPZ

What car is YE02 YPZ?

YE02 YPZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YE02 YPZ?

The last recorded mileage for YE02 YPZ was 166,232 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE02 YPZ passed its MOT?

YE02 YPZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2022.

Is YE02 YPZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE02 YPZ 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 YE02 YPZ?

YE02 YPZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.