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 1200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 84,073 miles on the clock, averaging 3,598 miles per year, well 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 RY02 GBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,073 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 3,598 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY02 GBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RY02 GBO
What car is RY02 GBO?
RY02 GBO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RY02 GBO?
The last recorded mileage for RY02 GBO was 84,073 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY02 GBO passed its MOT?
RY02 GBO has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2025.
Is RY02 GBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY02 GBO 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 RY02 GBO?
RY02 GBO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.