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OY52 VWL

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 1198cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 59,469 miles on the clock, averaging 10,218 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 VWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2005
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
10,218

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading59,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,234
Average per year10,218
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY52 VWL 39k44k49k54k59k '05'07'06

Check OY52 VWL

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,469 miles
Since last MOT+9,234 miles
PASS
Mileage50,235 miles
Since last MOT+11,280 miles
PASS
Mileage38,955 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 VWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OY52 VWL

What car is OY52 VWL?

OY52 VWL is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OY52 VWL?

The last recorded mileage for OY52 VWL was 59,469 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY52 VWL passed its MOT?

OY52 VWL has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2007.

Is OY52 VWL ULEZ compliant?

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

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