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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 136,616 miles on the clock, averaging 7,588 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 HF52 RCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,276 |
| Average per year | 7,588 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | HF52 RCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HF52 RCX
What car is HF52 RCX?
HF52 RCX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HF52 RCX?
The last recorded mileage for HF52 RCX was 136,616 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF52 RCX passed its MOT?
HF52 RCX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2020.
Is HF52 RCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF52 RCX 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 HF52 RCX?
HF52 RCX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.