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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 96,137 miles on the clock, averaging 4,341 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 RGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,137 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU52 RGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OU52 RGO
What car is OU52 RGO?
OU52 RGO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OU52 RGO?
The last recorded mileage for OU52 RGO was 96,137 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU52 RGO passed its MOT?
OU52 RGO has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2016.
Is OU52 RGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 RGO 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 RGO?
OU52 RGO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.