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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 140,999 miles on the clock, averaging 11,722 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YP02 DWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,843 |
| Average per year | 11,722 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YP02 DWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YP02 DWJ
What car is YP02 DWJ?
YP02 DWJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YP02 DWJ?
The last recorded mileage for YP02 DWJ was 140,999 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP02 DWJ passed its MOT?
YP02 DWJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2016.
Is YP02 DWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 DWJ 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 YP02 DWJ?
YP02 DWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.