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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 113,395 miles on the clock, averaging 6,081 miles per year, 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 HVU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,939 |
| Average per year | 6,081 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 HVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BN52 HVU
What car is BN52 HVU?
BN52 HVU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN52 HVU?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 HVU was 113,395 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 HVU passed its MOT?
BN52 HVU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2020.
Is BN52 HVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 HVU 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 BN52 HVU?
BN52 HVU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.