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OY52 UKF

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 186cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine186cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 Diesel 186cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 147,389 miles on the clock, averaging 10,306 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for OY52 UKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,306

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,300
Average per year10,306
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY52 UKF 28k58k88k118k147k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,389 miles
Since last MOT+11,300 miles
PASS
Mileage136,089 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,087 miles
Since last MOT+7,775 miles
PASS
Mileage128,312 miles
Since last MOT+6,733 miles
PASS
Mileage121,579 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,303 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,259 miles
Since last MOT+8,557 miles
PASS
Mileage105,702 miles
Since last MOT+4,742 miles
PASS
Mileage100,960 miles
Since last MOT+17,297 miles
PASS
Mileage83,663 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,662 miles
Since last MOT+16,556 miles
PASS
Mileage67,106 miles
Since last MOT+13,851 miles
PASS
Mileage53,255 miles
Since last MOT+8,479 miles
PASS
Mileage44,776 miles
Since last MOT+11,599 miles
PASS
Mileage33,177 miles
Since last MOT+5,113 miles
PASS
Mileage28,064 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY52 UKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine186cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OY52 UKF

What car is OY52 UKF?

OY52 UKF is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (186cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OY52 UKF?

The last recorded mileage for OY52 UKF was 147,389 miles, recorded on 3 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY52 UKF passed its MOT?

OY52 UKF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2017.

Is OY52 UKF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY52 UKF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is OY52 UKF?

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