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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 144,946 miles on the clock, averaging 8,023 miles per year, around 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 YZC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,946 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,023 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY02 YZC |
| 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 YZC
What car is OY02 YZC?
OY02 YZC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY02 YZC?
The last recorded mileage for OY02 YZC was 144,946 miles, recorded on 11 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY02 YZC passed its MOT?
OY02 YZC has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2020.
Is OY02 YZC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY02 YZC 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 YZC?
OY02 YZC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.