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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 142,399 miles on the clock, averaging 1,014 miles per year, well 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 YJ02 RVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 142,399 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,014 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YJ02 RVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YJ — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YJ02 RVS
What car is YJ02 RVS?
YJ02 RVS is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YJ02 RVS?
The last recorded mileage for YJ02 RVS was 142,399 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YJ02 RVS passed its MOT?
YJ02 RVS has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2021.
Is YJ02 RVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YJ02 RVS 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 YJ02 RVS?
YJ02 RVS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.