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 999cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 123,390 miles on the clock, averaging 6,432 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OW51 MGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,390 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,759 |
| Average per year | 6,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | OW51 MGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About OW51 MGU
What car is OW51 MGU?
OW51 MGU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW51 MGU?
The last recorded mileage for OW51 MGU was 123,390 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW51 MGU passed its MOT?
OW51 MGU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2019.
Is OW51 MGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW51 MGU 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 MGU?
OW51 MGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.