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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 114,752 miles on the clock, averaging 7,217 miles per year, 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 SWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,752 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 7,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 SWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OV52 SWO
What car is OV52 SWO?
OV52 SWO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OV52 SWO?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 SWO was 114,752 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 SWO passed its MOT?
OV52 SWO has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2018.
Is OV52 SWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 SWO 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 SWO?
OV52 SWO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.