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OE52 MJU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 265,970 miles on the clock, averaging 16,200 miles per year, above 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 OE52 MJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
265,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
16,200

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading265,970 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,200
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE52 MJU 98k140k182k224k266k '07'17'12

Check OE52 MJU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage265,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage265,970 miles
Since last MOT+22,385 miles
PASS
Mileage243,585 miles
Since last MOT+16,278 miles
PASS
Mileage227,307 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage227,232 miles
Since last MOT+14,568 miles
PASS
Mileage212,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage212,664 miles
Since last MOT+12,087 miles
PASS
Mileage200,577 miles
Since last MOT+15,419 miles
PASS
Mileage185,158 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage185,139 miles
Since last MOT+9,404 miles
PASS
Mileage175,735 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,724 miles
Since last MOT+11,196 miles
PASS
Mileage164,528 miles
Since last MOT+8,724 miles
PASS
Mileage155,804 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,802 miles
Since last MOT+19,568 miles
PASS
Mileage136,234 miles
Since last MOT+38,134 miles
PASS
Mileage98,100 miles

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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

RegistrationOE52 MJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OE52 MJU

What car is OE52 MJU?

OE52 MJU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 MJU was 265,970 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 MJU passed its MOT?

OE52 MJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2017.

Is OE52 MJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE52 MJU 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 OE52 MJU?

OE52 MJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.