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 1198cc has had 34 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 16 (53% pass rate). It has 191,576 miles on the clock, averaging 8,572 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ52 OEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 191,576 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,285 |
| Average per year | 8,572 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 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 | NJ52 OEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NJ52 OEA
What car is NJ52 OEA?
NJ52 OEA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NJ52 OEA?
The last recorded mileage for NJ52 OEA was 191,576 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ52 OEA passed its MOT?
NJ52 OEA has had 34 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (18 passes, 16 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.
Is NJ52 OEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 OEA 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 NJ52 OEA?
NJ52 OEA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.