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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 87,890 miles on the clock, averaging 4,179 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 RF52 MPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | RF52 MPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RF52 MPX
What car is RF52 MPX?
RF52 MPX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RF52 MPX?
The last recorded mileage for RF52 MPX was 87,890 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF52 MPX passed its MOT?
RF52 MPX has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2021.
Is RF52 MPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 MPX 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 RF52 MPX?
RF52 MPX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.