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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 104,039 miles on the clock, averaging 8,253 miles per year, around 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 GY52 OSU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 104,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GY52 OSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GY52 OSU
What car is GY52 OSU?
GY52 OSU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY52 OSU?
The last recorded mileage for GY52 OSU was 104,039 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY52 OSU passed its MOT?
GY52 OSU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2016.
Is GY52 OSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 OSU 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 GY52 OSU?
GY52 OSU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.