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OY02 XMC

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 77,817 miles on the clock, averaging 3,714 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 XMC

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,817
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,714

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,817 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year3,714
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY02 XMC 22k36k50k64k78k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,817 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,809 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
PASS
Mileage77,735 miles
Since last MOT+6,732 miles
PASS
Mileage71,003 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,003 miles
Since last MOT+13,741 miles
PASS
Mileage57,262 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,200 miles
Since last MOT+12,411 miles
PASS
Mileage44,789 miles
Since last MOT+7,268 miles
PASS
Mileage37,521 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,517 miles
Since last MOT+1,198 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,319 miles
Since last MOT+1,230 miles
PASS
Mileage35,089 miles
Since last MOT+1,858 miles
PASS
Mileage33,231 miles
Since last MOT+1,263 miles
PASS
Mileage31,968 miles
Since last MOT+960 miles
PASS
Mileage31,008 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,994 miles
Since last MOT+4,586 miles
PASS
Mileage26,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,525 miles
PASS
Mileage21,883 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,883 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

RegistrationOY02 XMC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About OY02 XMC

What car is OY02 XMC?

OY02 XMC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OY02 XMC?

The last recorded mileage for OY02 XMC was 77,817 miles, recorded on 26 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY02 XMC passed its MOT?

OY02 XMC has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2021.

Is OY02 XMC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY02 XMC 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 XMC?

OY02 XMC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.