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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 135,869 miles on the clock, averaging 10,189 miles per year, above 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 CTX
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
Above average| Latest reading | 135,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 45 |
| Average per year | 10,189 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | OW02 CTX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OW02 CTX
What car is OW02 CTX?
OW02 CTX is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW02 CTX?
The last recorded mileage for OW02 CTX was 135,869 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW02 CTX passed its MOT?
OW02 CTX has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2017.
Is OW02 CTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW02 CTX 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 CTX?
OW02 CTX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.