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RG02 NPD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 36,211 miles on the clock, averaging 9,803 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 RG02 NPD

MOT Status
Due date passed
36,211
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2005
50%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
9,803

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading36,211 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,803
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RG02 NPD 25k28k31k33k36k '05'06'06

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage36,211 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,211 miles
Since last MOT+11,360 miles
PASS
Mileage24,851 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,851 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

RegistrationRG02 NPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRG — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RG02 NPD

What car is RG02 NPD?

RG02 NPD is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RG02 NPD?

The last recorded mileage for RG02 NPD was 36,211 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2006 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RG02 NPD passed its MOT?

RG02 NPD has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2006.

Is RG02 NPD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG02 NPD 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 RG02 NPD?

RG02 NPD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.