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OU52 OKV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 102,102 miles on the clock, averaging 3,454 miles per year, well 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 OU52 OKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,102
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
3,454

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,102 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,024
Average per year3,454
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU52 OKV 33k51k68k85k102k '06'26'16

Check OU52 OKV

Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage102,102 miles
Since last MOT+1,024 miles
PASS
Mileage101,078 miles
Since last MOT+353 miles
PASS
Mileage100,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,725 miles
Since last MOT+303 miles
PASS
Mileage100,422 miles
Since last MOT+692 miles
PASS
Mileage99,730 miles
Since last MOT+476 miles
PASS
Mileage99,254 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,254 miles
Since last MOT+705 miles
PASS
Mileage98,549 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,548 miles
Since last MOT+3,002 miles
PASS
Mileage95,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,546 miles
Since last MOT+3,166 miles
PASS
Mileage92,380 miles
Since last MOT+1,883 miles
PASS
Mileage90,497 miles
Since last MOT+1,007 miles
PASS
Mileage89,490 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,490 miles
Since last MOT+5,032 miles
PASS
Mileage84,458 miles
Since last MOT+4,801 miles
PASS
Mileage79,657 miles
Since last MOT+5,228 miles
PASS
Mileage74,429 miles
Since last MOT+5,117 miles
PASS
Mileage69,312 miles
Since last MOT+5,527 miles
PASS
Mileage63,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,785 miles
Since last MOT+5,819 miles
PASS
Mileage57,966 miles
Since last MOT+71 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,895 miles
Since last MOT+6,491 miles
PASS
Mileage51,404 miles
Since last MOT+5,356 miles
PASS
Mileage46,048 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,951 miles
Since last MOT+6,819 miles
PASS
Mileage39,132 miles
Since last MOT+5,746 miles
PASS
Mileage33,386 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

RegistrationOU52 OKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OU52 OKV

What car is OU52 OKV?

OU52 OKV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU52 OKV?

The last recorded mileage for OU52 OKV was 102,102 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU52 OKV passed its MOT?

OU52 OKV has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 1 Jul 2026.

Is OU52 OKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 OKV 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 OU52 OKV?

OU52 OKV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.