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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 149,366 miles on the clock, averaging 11,545 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BD52 FSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,718 |
| Average per year | 11,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BD52 FSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BD52 FSV
What car is BD52 FSV?
BD52 FSV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BD52 FSV?
The last recorded mileage for BD52 FSV was 149,366 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD52 FSV passed its MOT?
BD52 FSV has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Feb 2016.
Is BD52 FSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD52 FSV 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 BD52 FSV?
BD52 FSV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.