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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 78,700 miles on the clock, averaging 5,173 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 XDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV52 XDS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XDS
What car is OV52 XDS?
OV52 XDS is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OV52 XDS?
The last recorded mileage for OV52 XDS was 78,700 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV52 XDS passed its MOT?
OV52 XDS has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2016.
Is OV52 XDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 XDS 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 XDS?
OV52 XDS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.