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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 110,820 miles on the clock, averaging 7,431 miles per year, around 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 YK02 HGU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 110,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,560 |
| Average per year | 7,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YK02 HGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YK02 HGU
What car is YK02 HGU?
YK02 HGU is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YK02 HGU?
The last recorded mileage for YK02 HGU was 110,820 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK02 HGU passed its MOT?
YK02 HGU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2017.
Is YK02 HGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK02 HGU 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 YK02 HGU?
YK02 HGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.