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 1390cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 128,290 miles on the clock, averaging 6,235 miles per year, 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 RL02 SZP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,290 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,242 |
| Average per year | 6,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL02 SZP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RL02 SZP
What car is RL02 SZP?
RL02 SZP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL02 SZP?
The last recorded mileage for RL02 SZP was 128,290 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL02 SZP passed its MOT?
RL02 SZP has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2024.
Is RL02 SZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL02 SZP 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 RL02 SZP?
RL02 SZP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.