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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 71,298 miles on the clock, averaging 3,582 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 SH52 OSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH52 OSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SH52 OSU
What car is SH52 OSU?
SH52 OSU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH52 OSU?
The last recorded mileage for SH52 OSU was 71,298 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH52 OSU passed its MOT?
SH52 OSU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2018.
Is SH52 OSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 OSU 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 SH52 OSU?
SH52 OSU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.