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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 117,868 miles on the clock, averaging 4,867 miles per year, well 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 OY02 GAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 117,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,980 |
| Average per year | 4,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | OY02 GAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OY02 GAX
What car is OY02 GAX?
OY02 GAX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY02 GAX?
The last recorded mileage for OY02 GAX was 117,868 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY02 GAX passed its MOT?
OY02 GAX has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2026.
Is OY02 GAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY02 GAX 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 OY02 GAX?
OY02 GAX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.