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 Diesel 1900cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 138,518 miles on the clock, averaging 4,460 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 BG02 ARF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 138,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,259 |
| Average per year | 4,460 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BG02 ARF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BG02 ARF
What car is BG02 ARF?
BG02 ARF is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG02 ARF?
The last recorded mileage for BG02 ARF was 138,518 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG02 ARF passed its MOT?
BG02 ARF has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2020.
Is BG02 ARF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 ARF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG02 ARF?
BG02 ARF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.