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BL52 MKK

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 123,698 miles on the clock, averaging 7,416 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for BL52 MKK

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,698
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,416

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,698 miles
Reading date
Miles last year47
Average per year7,416
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL52 MKK 34k57k79k101k124k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,698 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,651 miles
Since last MOT+8,814 miles
PASS
Mileage114,837 miles
Since last MOT+11,409 miles
PASS
Mileage103,428 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage95,784 miles
Since last MOT+8,248 miles
PASS
Mileage87,536 miles
Since last MOT+4,468 miles
PASS
Mileage83,068 miles
Since last MOT+4,969 miles
PASS
Mileage78,099 miles
Since last MOT+5,872 miles
PASS
Mileage72,227 miles
Since last MOT+7,183 miles
PASS
Mileage65,044 miles
Since last MOT+7,126 miles
PASS
Mileage57,918 miles
Since last MOT+8,024 miles
PASS
Mileage49,894 miles
Since last MOT+6,987 miles
PASS
Mileage42,907 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,904 miles
Since last MOT+8,647 miles
PASS
Mileage34,257 miles

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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

RegistrationBL52 MKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BL52 MKK

What car is BL52 MKK?

BL52 MKK is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BL52 MKK?

The last recorded mileage for BL52 MKK was 123,698 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL52 MKK passed its MOT?

BL52 MKK has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2019.

Is BL52 MKK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 MKK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BL52 MKK?

BL52 MKK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.