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BN52 GKZ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 69,869 miles on the clock, averaging 3,164 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 BN52 GKZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
69,869
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,164

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,869 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,164
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN52 GKZ 9k24k39k55k70k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,869 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,869 miles
Since last MOT+4,513 miles
PASS
Mileage65,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,552 miles
PASS
Mileage60,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,804 miles
Since last MOT+3,070 miles
PASS
Mileage57,734 miles
Since last MOT+4,047 miles
PASS
Mileage53,687 miles
Since last MOT+3,550 miles
PASS
Mileage50,137 miles
Since last MOT+4,736 miles
PASS
Mileage45,401 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage42,414 miles
Since last MOT+7,996 miles
PASS
Mileage34,418 miles
Since last MOT+7,371 miles
PASS
Mileage27,047 miles
Since last MOT+7,951 miles
PASS
Mileage19,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,261 miles
PASS
Mileage15,835 miles
Since last MOT+2,240 miles
PASS
Mileage13,595 miles
Since last MOT+830 miles
PASS
Mileage12,765 miles
Since last MOT+679 miles
PASS
Mileage12,086 miles
Since last MOT+768 miles
PASS
Mileage11,318 miles
Since last MOT+1,034 miles
PASS
Mileage10,284 miles
Since last MOT+1,407 miles
PASS
Mileage8,877 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

RegistrationBN52 GKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BN52 GKZ

What car is BN52 GKZ?

BN52 GKZ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BN52 GKZ?

The last recorded mileage for BN52 GKZ was 69,869 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN52 GKZ passed its MOT?

BN52 GKZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.

Is BN52 GKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 GKZ 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 GKZ?

BN52 GKZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.