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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 137,642 miles on the clock, averaging 7,158 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 RN52 WZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,642 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | RN52 WZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RN52 WZU
What car is RN52 WZU?
RN52 WZU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RN52 WZU?
The last recorded mileage for RN52 WZU was 137,642 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN52 WZU passed its MOT?
RN52 WZU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2023.
Is RN52 WZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN52 WZU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN52 WZU?
RN52 WZU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.