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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 123,293 miles on the clock, averaging 6,723 miles per year, below 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 SHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,293 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 6,723 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 SHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SHZ
What car is RA02 SHZ?
RA02 SHZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RA02 SHZ?
The last recorded mileage for RA02 SHZ was 123,293 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA02 SHZ passed its MOT?
RA02 SHZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2021.
Is RA02 SHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA02 SHZ 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 SHZ?
RA02 SHZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.