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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 122,414 miles on the clock, averaging 7,819 miles per year, around 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 RA52 LWE
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
About average| Latest reading | 122,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,819 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RA52 LWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RA52 LWE
What car is RA52 LWE?
RA52 LWE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RA52 LWE?
The last recorded mileage for RA52 LWE was 122,414 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA52 LWE passed its MOT?
RA52 LWE has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2019.
Is RA52 LWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA52 LWE 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 RA52 LWE?
RA52 LWE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.