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PF52 OCA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 42,296 miles on the clock, averaging 1,915 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 PF52 OCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
42,296
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
1,915

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading42,296 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,915
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF52 OCA 5k15k24k33k42k '06'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage42,296 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,294 miles
Since last MOT+5,320 miles
PASS
Mileage36,974 miles
Since last MOT+6,410 miles
PASS
Mileage30,564 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage23,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,036 miles
PASS
Mileage21,452 miles
Since last MOT+3,097 miles
PASS
Mileage18,355 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,354 miles
Since last MOT+253 miles
PASS
Mileage18,101 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,099 miles
Since last MOT+836 miles
PASS
Mileage17,263 miles
Since last MOT+881 miles
PASS
Mileage16,382 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,380 miles
Since last MOT+1,139 miles
PASS
Mileage15,241 miles
Since last MOT+1,051 miles
PASS
Mileage14,190 miles
Since last MOT+1,133 miles
PASS
Mileage13,057 miles
Since last MOT+836 miles
PASS
Mileage12,221 miles
Since last MOT+1,011 miles
PASS
Mileage11,210 miles
Since last MOT+810 miles
PASS
Mileage10,400 miles
Since last MOT+1,204 miles
PASS
Mileage9,196 miles
Since last MOT+574 miles
PASS
Mileage8,622 miles
Since last MOT+1,051 miles
PASS
Mileage7,571 miles
Since last MOT+1,273 miles
PASS
Mileage6,298 miles
Since last MOT+1,018 miles
PASS
Mileage5,280 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 OCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PF52 OCA

What car is PF52 OCA?

PF52 OCA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PF52 OCA?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 OCA was 42,296 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 OCA passed its MOT?

PF52 OCA has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2025.

Is PF52 OCA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 OCA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PF52 OCA?

PF52 OCA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.