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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 77,154 miles on the clock, averaging 3,241 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 WG51 OBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | WG51 OBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WG51 OBS
What car is WG51 OBS?
WG51 OBS is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.
What is the mileage of WG51 OBS?
The last recorded mileage for WG51 OBS was 77,154 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG51 OBS passed its MOT?
WG51 OBS has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2024.
Is WG51 OBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG51 OBS 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 WG51 OBS?
WG51 OBS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.