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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 172,296 miles on the clock, averaging 13,524 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 WNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 38,639 |
| Average per year | 13,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 WNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WNL
What car is OV52 WNL?
OV52 WNL is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV52 WNL?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 WNL was 172,296 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 WNL passed its MOT?
OV52 WNL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2017.
Is OV52 WNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 WNL 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 WNL?
OV52 WNL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.