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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 128,315 miles on the clock, averaging 7,156 miles per year, below 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 ML52 OXR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,315 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,755 |
| Average per year | 7,156 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | ML52 OXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 OXR
What car is ML52 OXR?
ML52 OXR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML52 OXR?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 OXR was 128,315 miles, recorded on 27 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 OXR passed its MOT?
ML52 OXR has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Dec 2018.
Is ML52 OXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 OXR 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 OXR?
ML52 OXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.