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OW02 AWY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 41,295 miles on the clock, averaging 2,815 miles per year, well 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 OW02 AWY

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,295
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,815

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading41,295 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,815
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OW02 AWY 10k17k25k33k41k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,295 miles
Since last MOT+5,856 miles
PASS
Mileage35,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage30,332 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,332 miles
Since last MOT+2,246 miles
PASS
Mileage28,086 miles
Since last MOT+2,866 miles
PASS
Mileage25,220 miles
Since last MOT+2,115 miles
PASS
Mileage23,105 miles
Since last MOT+3,341 miles
PASS
Mileage19,764 miles
Since last MOT+2,920 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,844 miles
Since last MOT+901 miles
PASS
Mileage15,943 miles
Since last MOT+1,788 miles
PASS
Mileage14,155 miles
Since last MOT+1,478 miles
PASS
Mileage12,677 miles
Since last MOT+1,464 miles
PASS
Mileage11,213 miles
Since last MOT+1,653 miles
PASS
Mileage9,560 miles

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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

RegistrationOW02 AWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOW — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About OW02 AWY

What car is OW02 AWY?

OW02 AWY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OW02 AWY?

The last recorded mileage for OW02 AWY was 41,295 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OW02 AWY passed its MOT?

OW02 AWY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2017.

Is OW02 AWY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW02 AWY 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 OW02 AWY?

OW02 AWY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.