The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2002-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.4 TDI S is a small three-door diesel hatchback for affordable everyday motoring. It sits in the UK supermini class, where compact size and easy parking matter. Its proportions suit town streets and shorter journeys, and suit solo drivers or couples. Across 27 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 21 distinct VINs, the average private-sale valuation was £500 and average recorded mileage was 123,000 miles. Average annual mileage was 6,000, while cars had about 4.6 previous keepers. These figures offer a snapshot, not a guarantee of condition or a current asking price. The 1.4 TDI diesel engine is known for frugal running, making this Polo appealing to commuters and budget-conscious first-time drivers who value manageable size. Three doors mean less convenient rear access than five-door rivals such as the Ford Fiesta, but the Polo’s restrained styling, solid feel and economical character remain familiar strengths for its class.