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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 84,395 miles on the clock, averaging 5,586 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RA52 LWS
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 | 84,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RA52 LWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RA52 LWS
What car is RA52 LWS?
RA52 LWS is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA52 LWS?
The last recorded mileage for RA52 LWS was 84,395 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA52 LWS passed its MOT?
RA52 LWS has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2017.
Is RA52 LWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA52 LWS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 LWS?
RA52 LWS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.