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OY52 UWP

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 102,777 miles on the clock, averaging 4,712 miles per year, well below 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 UWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,777
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,712

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,777 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,712
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY52 UWP 13k35k58k80k103k '05'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,777 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,775 miles
Since last MOT+3,667 miles
PASS
Mileage99,108 miles
Since last MOT+2,738 miles
PASS
Mileage96,370 miles
Since last MOT+5,581 miles
PASS
Mileage90,789 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,789 miles
Since last MOT+6,916 miles
PASS
Mileage83,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,873 miles
Since last MOT+4,797 miles
PASS
Mileage79,076 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,075 miles
Since last MOT+6,262 miles
PASS
Mileage72,813 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,812 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage67,671 miles
Since last MOT+4,685 miles
PASS
Mileage62,986 miles
Since last MOT+5,479 miles
PASS
Mileage57,507 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage53,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage48,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,140 miles
PASS
Mileage44,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,038 miles
PASS
Mileage39,122 miles
Since last MOT+4,934 miles
PASS
Mileage34,188 miles
Since last MOT+4,979 miles
PASS
Mileage29,209 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage24,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,808 miles
PASS
Mileage19,530 miles
Since last MOT+3,267 miles
PASS
Mileage16,263 miles
Since last MOT+3,669 miles
PASS
Mileage12,594 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 UWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OY52 UWP

What car is OY52 UWP?

OY52 UWP is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OY52 UWP?

The last recorded mileage for OY52 UWP was 102,777 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY52 UWP passed its MOT?

OY52 UWP has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2024.

Is OY52 UWP ULEZ compliant?

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

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