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 Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 244,135 miles on the clock, averaging 13,262 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BN52 ALU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 244,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,262 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN52 ALU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BN52 ALU
What car is BN52 ALU?
BN52 ALU is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BN52 ALU?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 ALU was 244,135 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 ALU passed its MOT?
BN52 ALU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2022.
Is BN52 ALU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 ALU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BN52 ALU?
BN52 ALU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.