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RL02 XTF

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 97,725 miles on the clock, averaging 3,979 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 RL02 XTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,725
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,979

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 reading97,725 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,337
Average per year3,979
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL02 XTF 43k56k70k84k98k '05'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,725 miles
Since last MOT+1,337 miles
PASS
Mileage96,388 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,382 miles
Since last MOT+1,011 miles
PASS
Mileage95,371 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,371 miles
Since last MOT+2,058 miles
PASS
Mileage93,313 miles
Since last MOT+432 miles
PASS
Mileage92,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,881 miles
Since last MOT+266 miles
PASS
Mileage92,615 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,615 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage91,004 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,998 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
PASS
Mileage90,780 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,759 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
PASS
Mileage90,705 miles
Since last MOT+270 miles
PASS
Mileage90,435 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,435 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage84,792 miles
Since last MOT+12,625 miles
PASS
Mileage72,167 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,167 miles
Since last MOT+14,143 miles
PASS
Mileage58,024 miles
Since last MOT+15,375 miles
PASS
Mileage42,649 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

RegistrationRL02 XTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RL02 XTF

What car is RL02 XTF?

RL02 XTF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RL02 XTF?

The last recorded mileage for RL02 XTF was 97,725 miles, recorded on 31 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL02 XTF passed its MOT?

RL02 XTF has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2019.

Is RL02 XTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL02 XTF 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 XTF?

RL02 XTF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.