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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 153,145 miles on the clock, averaging 10,933 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 BN52 BVK
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,659 |
| Average per year | 10,933 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BN52 BVK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BN52 BVK
What car is BN52 BVK?
BN52 BVK is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BN52 BVK?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 BVK was 153,145 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 BVK passed its MOT?
BN52 BVK has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2016.
Is BN52 BVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 BVK 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 BN52 BVK?
BN52 BVK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.