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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 88,650 miles on the clock, averaging 4,754 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BN12 URE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,650 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,374 |
| Average per year | 4,754 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN12 URE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BN12 URE
What car is BN12 URE?
BN12 URE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BN12 URE?
The last recorded mileage for BN12 URE was 88,650 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN12 URE passed its MOT?
BN12 URE has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.
Is BN12 URE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 URE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BN12 URE?
BN12 URE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.