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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 113,479 miles on the clock, averaging 6,345 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 YM02 NRJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YM02 NRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YM02 NRJ
What car is YM02 NRJ?
YM02 NRJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YM02 NRJ?
The last recorded mileage for YM02 NRJ was 113,479 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM02 NRJ passed its MOT?
YM02 NRJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2016.
Is YM02 NRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM02 NRJ 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 YM02 NRJ?
YM02 NRJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.