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BN52 JFJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 77,342 miles on the clock, averaging 4,287 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for BN52 JFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,287

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,070
Average per year4,287
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN52 JFJ 9k26k43k60k77k '07'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,342 miles
Since last MOT+15,070 miles
PASS
Mileage62,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,272 miles
Since last MOT+12,594 miles
PASS
Mileage49,678 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
PASS
Mileage49,627 miles
Since last MOT+1,630 miles
PASS
Mileage47,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,997 miles
Since last MOT+7,669 miles
PASS
Mileage40,328 miles
Since last MOT+2,566 miles
PASS
Mileage37,762 miles
Since last MOT+4,466 miles
PASS
Mileage33,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,311 miles
PASS
Mileage27,985 miles
Since last MOT+7,170 miles
PASS
Mileage20,815 miles
Since last MOT+7,838 miles
PASS
Mileage12,977 miles
Since last MOT+1,153 miles
PASS
Mileage11,824 miles
Since last MOT+618 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,206 miles
Since last MOT+1,725 miles
PASS
Mileage9,481 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 JFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BN52 JFJ

What car is BN52 JFJ?

BN52 JFJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BN52 JFJ?

The last recorded mileage for BN52 JFJ was 77,342 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN52 JFJ passed its MOT?

BN52 JFJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2022.

Is BN52 JFJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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