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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 150,485 miles on the clock, averaging 7,843 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 OY52 BZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,623 |
| Average per year | 7,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | OY52 BZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OY52 BZA
What car is OY52 BZA?
OY52 BZA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY52 BZA?
The last recorded mileage for OY52 BZA was 150,485 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY52 BZA passed its MOT?
OY52 BZA has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 12 Jan 2022.
Is OY52 BZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY52 BZA 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 OY52 BZA?
OY52 BZA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.