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 999cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 183,733 miles on the clock, averaging 15,459 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 BG51 VTJ
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
Above average| Latest reading | 183,733 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 513 |
| Average per year | 15,459 |
| 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 | BG51 VTJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 VTJ
What car is BG51 VTJ?
BG51 VTJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG51 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 VTJ was 183,733 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 VTJ passed its MOT?
BG51 VTJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2013.
Is BG51 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG51 VTJ 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 BG51 VTJ?
BG51 VTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.