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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 67,999 miles on the clock, averaging 3,291 miles per year, well 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 RE52 BYC
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,291 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RE52 BYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RE52 BYC
What car is RE52 BYC?
RE52 BYC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RE52 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for RE52 BYC was 67,999 miles, recorded on 23 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE52 BYC passed its MOT?
RE52 BYC has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2018.
Is RE52 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE52 BYC 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 RE52 BYC?
RE52 BYC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.