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RF52 YBS

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 113,031 miles on the clock, averaging 4,917 miles per year, well 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 RF52 YBS

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,031
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
4,917

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading113,031 miles
Reading date
Miles last year153
Average per year4,917
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF52 YBS 30k51k71k92k113k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,031 miles
Since last MOT+153 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,878 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage107,977 miles
Since last MOT+258 miles
PASS
Mileage107,719 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
PASS
Mileage107,705 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,693 miles
Since last MOT+487 miles
PASS
Mileage107,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,206 miles
Since last MOT+502 miles
PASS
Mileage106,704 miles
Since last MOT+610 miles
PASS
Mileage106,094 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,094 miles
Since last MOT+2,170 miles
PASS
Mileage103,924 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage98,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,425 miles
PASS
Mileage92,739 miles
Since last MOT+5,424 miles
PASS
Mileage87,315 miles
Since last MOT+7,432 miles
PASS
Mileage79,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,292 miles
PASS
Mileage74,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,435 miles
PASS
Mileage68,156 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage63,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,896 miles
Since last MOT+14,401 miles
PASS
Mileage49,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,495 miles
Since last MOT+12,833 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,662 miles
Since last MOT+6,786 miles
PASS
Mileage29,876 miles

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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

RegistrationRF52 YBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RF52 YBS

What car is RF52 YBS?

RF52 YBS is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RF52 YBS?

The last recorded mileage for RF52 YBS was 113,031 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF52 YBS passed its MOT?

RF52 YBS has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2023.

Is RF52 YBS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 YBS 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 YBS?

RF52 YBS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.