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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 115,886 miles on the clock, averaging 3,930 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 RN02 VFD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 115,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,477 |
| Average per year | 3,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | RN02 VFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RN02 VFD
What car is RN02 VFD?
RN02 VFD is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN02 VFD?
The last recorded mileage for RN02 VFD was 115,886 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN02 VFD passed its MOT?
RN02 VFD has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 27 Mar 2023.
Is RN02 VFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN02 VFD 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 RN02 VFD?
RN02 VFD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.