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 999cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 100,416 miles on the clock, averaging 6,841 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 BP51 XXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,486 |
| Average per year | 6,841 |
| 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 XXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 XXM
What car is BP51 XXM?
BP51 XXM is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 XXM?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 XXM was 100,416 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 XXM passed its MOT?
BP51 XXM has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2015.
Is BP51 XXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 XXM 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 XXM?
BP51 XXM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.