Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
OE52 RJU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 167,122 miles on the clock, averaging 8,229 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 OE52 RJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,122
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
8,229

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading167,122 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,122
Average per year8,229
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OE52 RJU 35k68k101k134k167k '06'22'16

Check OE52 RJU

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage167,122 miles
Since last MOT+9,122 miles
PASS
Mileage158,000 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,000 miles
Since last MOT+6,673 miles
PASS
Mileage151,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,327 miles
Since last MOT+7,149 miles
PASS
Mileage144,178 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,177 miles
Since last MOT+10,946 miles
PASS
Mileage133,231 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,231 miles
Since last MOT+2,307 miles
PASS
Mileage130,924 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,811 miles
Since last MOT+5,553 miles
PASS
Mileage125,258 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,258 miles
Since last MOT+11,220 miles
PASS
Mileage114,038 miles
Since last MOT+13,417 miles
PASS
Mileage100,621 miles
Since last MOT+14,560 miles
PASS
Mileage86,061 miles
Since last MOT+10,973 miles
PASS
Mileage75,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,380 miles
PASS
Mileage68,708 miles
Since last MOT+4,558 miles
PASS
Mileage64,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,150 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage58,768 miles
Since last MOT+9,926 miles
PASS
Mileage48,842 miles
Since last MOT+6,001 miles
PASS
Mileage42,841 miles
Since last MOT+7,470 miles
PASS
Mileage35,371 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 RJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More OE52 R plates

Browse all OE52 R registrations from Oxford.

About OE52 RJU

What car is OE52 RJU?

OE52 RJU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 RJU?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 RJU was 167,122 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 RJU passed its MOT?

OE52 RJU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 7 Feb 2022.

Is OE52 RJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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