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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 113,460 miles on the clock, averaging 9,712 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 BG02 YMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,508 |
| Average per year | 9,712 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 YMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BG02 YMU
What car is BG02 YMU?
BG02 YMU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG02 YMU?
The last recorded mileage for BG02 YMU was 113,460 miles, recorded on 22 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG02 YMU passed its MOT?
BG02 YMU has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 22 May 2014.
Is BG02 YMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 YMU 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 YMU?
BG02 YMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.