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 1200cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 71,134 miles on the clock, averaging 3,084 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 NLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 984 |
| Average per year | 3,084 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF52 NLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RF52 NLC
What car is RF52 NLC?
RF52 NLC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RF52 NLC?
The last recorded mileage for RF52 NLC was 71,134 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF52 NLC passed its MOT?
RF52 NLC has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jun 2024.
Is RF52 NLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 NLC 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 NLC?
RF52 NLC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.