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OU02 UVP

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 75,088 miles on the clock, averaging 11,713 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 OU02 UVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,088
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,713

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 reading75,088 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,257
Average per year11,713
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OU02 UVP 27k39k51k63k75k '06'10'07

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage75,088 miles
Since last MOT+15,257 miles
PASS
Mileage59,831 miles
Since last MOT+13,252 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,105 miles
PASS
Mileage34,474 miles
Since last MOT+977 miles
PASS
Mileage33,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,497 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage27,272 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

RegistrationOU02 UVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About OU02 UVP

What car is OU02 UVP?

OU02 UVP is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU02 UVP?

The last recorded mileage for OU02 UVP was 75,088 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU02 UVP passed its MOT?

OU02 UVP has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 20 Apr 2010.

Is OU02 UVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU02 UVP 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 OU02 UVP?

OU02 UVP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.