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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 133,986 miles on the clock, averaging 11,160 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BP51 VTO
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,986 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BP51 VTO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 VTO
What car is BP51 VTO?
BP51 VTO is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 VTO?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 VTO was 133,986 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 VTO passed its MOT?
BP51 VTO has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2016.
Is BP51 VTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 VTO 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 VTO?
BP51 VTO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.