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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 119,828 miles on the clock, averaging 9,049 miles per year, above 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 RF02 BYC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,870 |
| Average per year | 9,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RF02 BYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RF02 BYC
What car is RF02 BYC?
RF02 BYC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RF02 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for RF02 BYC was 119,828 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF02 BYC passed its MOT?
RF02 BYC has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2013.
Is RF02 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 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 RF02 BYC?
RF02 BYC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.