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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 110,884 miles on the clock, averaging 4,582 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 OV52 HRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,594 |
| Average per year | 4,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | OV52 HRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OV52 HRD
What car is OV52 HRD?
OV52 HRD is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OV52 HRD?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 HRD was 110,884 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 HRD passed its MOT?
OV52 HRD has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2023.
Is OV52 HRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 HRD 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 OV52 HRD?
OV52 HRD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.