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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 143,802 miles on the clock, averaging 10,943 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RK02 GVO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RK02 GVO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RK02 GVO
What car is RK02 GVO?
RK02 GVO is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RK02 GVO?
The last recorded mileage for RK02 GVO was 143,802 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK02 GVO passed its MOT?
RK02 GVO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2017.
Is RK02 GVO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK02 GVO 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 RK02 GVO?
RK02 GVO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.