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BP51 DOA

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 106,856 miles on the clock, averaging 6,323 miles per year, 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 BP51 DOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,856
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,323

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,856 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,323
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BP51 DOA 73k81k90k98k107k '06'11'08

Check BP51 DOA

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,856 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,787 miles
PASS
Mileage100,064 miles
Since last MOT+8,023 miles
PASS
Mileage92,041 miles
Since last MOT+4,831 miles
PASS
Mileage87,210 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,207 miles
Since last MOT+6,977 miles
PASS
Mileage80,230 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,299 miles
PASS
Mileage72,923 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

RegistrationBP51 DOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BP51 DOA

What car is BP51 DOA?

BP51 DOA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BP51 DOA?

The last recorded mileage for BP51 DOA was 106,856 miles, recorded on 20 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP51 DOA passed its MOT?

BP51 DOA has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2011.

Is BP51 DOA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 DOA 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 BP51 DOA?

BP51 DOA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.