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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 156,406 miles on the clock, averaging 12,069 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OW53 OCJ
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 | 156,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 12,069 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW53 OCJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 OCJ
What car is OW53 OCJ?
OW53 OCJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 OCJ?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 OCJ was 156,406 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 OCJ passed its MOT?
OW53 OCJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2016.
Is OW53 OCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 OCJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW53 OCJ?
OW53 OCJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.