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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 120,798 miles on the clock, averaging 5,929 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 RE02 HBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,798 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,593 |
| Average per year | 5,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RE02 HBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RE02 HBC
What car is RE02 HBC?
RE02 HBC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RE02 HBC?
The last recorded mileage for RE02 HBC was 120,798 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE02 HBC passed its MOT?
RE02 HBC has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2022.
Is RE02 HBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE02 HBC 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 RE02 HBC?
RE02 HBC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.