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OY52 JZU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1398cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1398cc
ColourRed
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 1398cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 82,207 miles on the clock, averaging 5,340 miles per year, 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 OY52 JZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,207
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
52%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,340

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,207 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,220
Average per year5,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY52 JZU 13k30k48k65k82k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage82,207 miles
Since last MOT+3,220 miles
PASS
Mileage78,987 miles
Since last MOT+234 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage70,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,262 miles
Since last MOT+7,282 miles
PASS
Mileage62,980 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,979 miles
Since last MOT+2,996 miles
PASS
Mileage59,983 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,979 miles
Since last MOT+5,485 miles
PASS
Mileage54,494 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,494 miles
Since last MOT+3,656 miles
PASS
Mileage50,838 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,764 miles
Since last MOT+5,261 miles
PASS
Mileage45,503 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,483 miles
Since last MOT+6,083 miles
PASS
Mileage39,400 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,399 miles
Since last MOT+8,415 miles
PASS
Mileage30,984 miles
Since last MOT+5,654 miles
PASS
Mileage25,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,330 miles
Since last MOT+2,783 miles
PASS
Mileage22,547 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,547 miles
Since last MOT+2,815 miles
PASS
Mileage19,732 miles
Since last MOT+1,800 miles
FAIL
Mileage17,932 miles
Since last MOT+5,118 miles
PASS
Mileage12,814 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

RegistrationOY52 JZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1398cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OY52 JZU

What car is OY52 JZU?

OY52 JZU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OY52 JZU?

The last recorded mileage for OY52 JZU was 82,207 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY52 JZU passed its MOT?

OY52 JZU has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 10 Dec 2019.

Is OY52 JZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY52 JZU 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 JZU?

OY52 JZU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.