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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 173,514 miles on the clock, averaging 10,010 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 OW51 LSF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 10,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | OW51 LSF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About OW51 LSF
What car is OW51 LSF?
OW51 LSF is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW51 LSF?
The last recorded mileage for OW51 LSF was 173,514 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW51 LSF passed its MOT?
OW51 LSF has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2016.
Is OW51 LSF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW51 LSF 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 OW51 LSF?
OW51 LSF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.