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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 130,283 miles on the clock, averaging 8,345 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BG02 ARX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,521 |
| Average per year | 8,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG02 ARX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BG02 ARX
What car is BG02 ARX?
BG02 ARX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG02 ARX?
The last recorded mileage for BG02 ARX was 130,283 miles, recorded on 27 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG02 ARX passed its MOT?
BG02 ARX has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 May 2017.
Is BG02 ARX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 ARX 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 BG02 ARX?
BG02 ARX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.