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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 121,754 miles on the clock, averaging 6,010 miles per year, below 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 VJC
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 | 121,754 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 212 |
| Average per year | 6,010 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV52 VJC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OV52 VJC
What car is OV52 VJC?
OV52 VJC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV52 VJC?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 VJC was 121,754 miles, recorded on 4 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 VJC passed its MOT?
OV52 VJC has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2022.
Is OV52 VJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 VJC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, 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 VJC?
OV52 VJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.