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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 92,825 miles on the clock, averaging 4,510 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 YP02 XLM
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 92,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 XLM
What car is YP02 XLM?
YP02 XLM is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YP02 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for YP02 XLM was 92,825 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP02 XLM passed its MOT?
YP02 XLM has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2019.
Is YP02 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 XLM 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 XLM?
YP02 XLM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.