The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2002-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.2 55 E is a small three-door hatchback in the UK supermini class, made for city streets. Compact size helps parking, while the Volkswagen badge and straightforward layout give it broad appeal. It is practical rather than a spacious family car or performance model. Mycarcheck.com has logged 2,235 checks across 1,346 distinct VINs, a substantial sample of interest in this older Polo. The average recorded mileage is 93,000, and average annual use is around 5,000 miles. Cars in the checks had just over four previous keepers on average, while average private-sale valuation was £500. The 1.2-litre petrol engine suits short urban trips and modest commuting, and should appeal to first-time drivers or anyone wanting an affordable, easy-to-place runabout. Against Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa rivals, the Polo is known for its tidy, understated feel and reassuringly familiar design; check each car’s condition and history.