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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 74,367 miles on the clock, averaging 4,248 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 OY52 MLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,367 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,033 |
| Average per year | 4,248 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 MLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 MLF
What car is OY52 MLF?
OY52 MLF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY52 MLF?
The last recorded mileage for OY52 MLF was 74,367 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY52 MLF passed its MOT?
OY52 MLF has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jan 2019.
Is OY52 MLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY52 MLF 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 MLF?
OY52 MLF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.