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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 86,140 miles on the clock, averaging 4,427 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 JBY
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 63 |
| Average per year | 4,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 JBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 JBY
What car is BN52 JBY?
BN52 JBY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BN52 JBY?
The last recorded mileage for BN52 JBY was 86,140 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN52 JBY passed its MOT?
BN52 JBY has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2019.
Is BN52 JBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 JBY 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 JBY?
BN52 JBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.