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OW52 EJU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 91,108 miles on the clock, averaging 5,637 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 OW52 EJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,108
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,637

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

Below average
Latest reading91,108 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,637
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OW52 EJU 21k39k56k74k91k '06'18'14

Check OW52 EJU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,108 miles
Since last MOT+7,262 miles
PASS
Mileage83,846 miles
Since last MOT+3,367 miles
PASS
Mileage80,479 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,421 miles
Since last MOT+3,689 miles
PASS
Mileage76,732 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,628 miles
Since last MOT+2,937 miles
PASS
Mileage73,691 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,662 miles
Since last MOT+3,153 miles
PASS
Mileage70,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,509 miles
Since last MOT+2,358 miles
PASS
Mileage68,151 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
PASS
Mileage63,575 miles
Since last MOT+6,691 miles
PASS
Mileage56,884 miles
Since last MOT+12,060 miles
PASS
Mileage44,824 miles
Since last MOT+9,586 miles
PASS
Mileage35,238 miles
Since last MOT+6,078 miles
PASS
Mileage29,160 miles
Since last MOT+7,997 miles
PASS
Mileage21,163 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

RegistrationOW52 EJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOW — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OW52 EJU

What car is OW52 EJU?

OW52 EJU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OW52 EJU?

The last recorded mileage for OW52 EJU was 91,108 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OW52 EJU passed its MOT?

OW52 EJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2018.

Is OW52 EJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW52 EJU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is OW52 EJU?

OW52 EJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.