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 1200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 86,342 miles on the clock, averaging 3,527 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 ML52 OXB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,342 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,782 |
| Average per year | 3,527 |
| 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 | ML52 OXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 OXB
What car is ML52 OXB?
ML52 OXB is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML52 OXB?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 OXB was 86,342 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 OXB passed its MOT?
ML52 OXB has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2025.
Is ML52 OXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 OXB 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 ML52 OXB?
ML52 OXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.