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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 68,967 miles on the clock, averaging 5,534 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RN51 XYL
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,534 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RN51 XYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 XYL
What car is RN51 XYL?
RN51 XYL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN51 XYL?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 XYL was 68,967 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 XYL passed its MOT?
RN51 XYL has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2013.
Is RN51 XYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 XYL 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 XYL?
RN51 XYL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.