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 1200cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 104,939 miles on the clock, averaging 7,431 miles per year, around 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 VLJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 104,939 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 7,431 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YP02 VLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YP02 VLJ
What car is YP02 VLJ?
YP02 VLJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YP02 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for YP02 VLJ was 104,939 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP02 VLJ passed its MOT?
YP02 VLJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2018.
Is YP02 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 VLJ 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 VLJ?
YP02 VLJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.