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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 71,167 miles on the clock, averaging 4,132 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 RN51 VLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,167 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RN51 VLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 VLU
What car is RN51 VLU?
RN51 VLU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN51 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 VLU was 71,167 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 VLU passed its MOT?
RN51 VLU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2018.
Is RN51 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 VLU 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 RN51 VLU?
RN51 VLU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.