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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 151,464 miles on the clock, averaging 10,593 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RA02 SFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,254 |
| Average per year | 10,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA02 SFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RA02 SFY
What car is RA02 SFY?
RA02 SFY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RA02 SFY?
The last recorded mileage for RA02 SFY was 151,464 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA02 SFY passed its MOT?
RA02 SFY has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2017.
Is RA02 SFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA02 SFY 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 RA02 SFY?
RA02 SFY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.