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 1398cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 96,631 miles on the clock, averaging 4,769 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 XMA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,769 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 XMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OY52 XMA
What car is OY52 XMA?
OY52 XMA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY52 XMA?
The last recorded mileage for OY52 XMA was 96,631 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY52 XMA passed its MOT?
OY52 XMA has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2017.
Is OY52 XMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY52 XMA 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 XMA?
OY52 XMA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.