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 Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 182,172 miles on the clock, averaging 14,801 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OV52 UZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 399 |
| Average per year | 14,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV52 UZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OV52 UZW
What car is OV52 UZW?
OV52 UZW is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OV52 UZW?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 UZW was 182,172 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 UZW passed its MOT?
OV52 UZW has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2014.
Is OV52 UZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 UZW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OV52 UZW?
OV52 UZW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.