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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 124,441 miles on the clock, averaging 3,317 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 BC51 KJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 124,441 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,951 |
| Average per year | 3,317 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | BC51 KJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BC51 KJY
What car is BC51 KJY?
BC51 KJY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BC51 KJY?
The last recorded mileage for BC51 KJY was 124,441 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC51 KJY passed its MOT?
BC51 KJY has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.
Is BC51 KJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC51 KJY 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 BC51 KJY?
BC51 KJY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.