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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 73,015 miles on the clock, averaging 4,738 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 BL02 ARX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,738 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BL02 ARX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BL02 ARX
What car is BL02 ARX?
BL02 ARX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BL02 ARX?
The last recorded mileage for BL02 ARX was 73,015 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL02 ARX passed its MOT?
BL02 ARX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.
Is BL02 ARX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL02 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 BL02 ARX?
BL02 ARX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.