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RJ02 HZR

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 106,386 miles on the clock, averaging 3,590 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 RJ02 HZR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
106,386
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
3,590

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading106,386 miles
Reading date
Miles last year38
Average per year3,590
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ02 HZR 35k52k70k88k106k '06'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,386 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,348 miles
Since last MOT+977 miles
PASS
Mileage105,371 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,371 miles
Since last MOT+1,061 miles
PASS
Mileage104,310 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,271 miles
Since last MOT+1,456 miles
PASS
Mileage102,815 miles
Since last MOT+2,581 miles
PASS
Mileage100,234 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,196 miles
Since last MOT+2,523 miles
PASS
Mileage97,673 miles
Since last MOT+3,767 miles
PASS
Mileage93,906 miles
Since last MOT+2,907 miles
PASS
Mileage90,999 miles
Since last MOT+3,687 miles
PASS
Mileage87,312 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,292 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
PASS
Mileage85,036 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,028 miles
Since last MOT+1,465 miles
PASS
Mileage83,563 miles
Since last MOT+2,341 miles
PASS
Mileage81,222 miles
Since last MOT+749 miles
PASS
Mileage80,473 miles
Since last MOT+5,324 miles
PASS
Mileage75,149 miles
Since last MOT+9,090 miles
PASS
Mileage66,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,059 miles
Since last MOT+1,359 miles
PASS
Mileage64,700 miles
Since last MOT+1,651 miles
PASS
Mileage63,049 miles
Since last MOT+1,587 miles
PASS
Mileage61,462 miles
Since last MOT+3,384 miles
PASS
Mileage58,078 miles
Since last MOT+6,888 miles
PASS
Mileage51,190 miles
Since last MOT+16,671 miles
PASS
Mileage34,519 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

RegistrationRJ02 HZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 HZR

What car is RJ02 HZR?

RJ02 HZR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RJ02 HZR?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 HZR was 106,386 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 HZR passed its MOT?

RJ02 HZR has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2026.

Is RJ02 HZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ02 HZR 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 RJ02 HZR?

RJ02 HZR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.