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BP51 XXT

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 114,445 miles on the clock, averaging 7,020 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 XXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,445
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,020

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,445 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,983
Average per year7,020
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP51 XXT 20k44k67k91k114k '05'18'13

Check BP51 XXT

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,445 miles
Since last MOT+15,983 miles
PASS
Mileage98,462 miles
Since last MOT+3,211 miles
PASS
Mileage95,251 miles
Since last MOT+594 miles
PASS
Mileage94,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,657 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,527 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage89,572 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,571 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage83,694 miles
Since last MOT+10,714 miles
PASS
Mileage72,980 miles
Since last MOT+11,915 miles
PASS
Mileage61,065 miles
Since last MOT+6,956 miles
PASS
Mileage54,109 miles
Since last MOT+7,225 miles
PASS
Mileage46,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,343 miles
PASS
Mileage40,541 miles
Since last MOT+8,033 miles
PASS
Mileage32,508 miles
FAIL
Mileage325,058 miles
Since last MOT+298,816 miles
PASS
Mileage26,242 miles
Since last MOT+6,184 miles
PASS
Mileage20,058 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 XXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BP51 XXT

What car is BP51 XXT?

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

What is the mileage of BP51 XXT?

The last recorded mileage for BP51 XXT was 114,445 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP51 XXT passed its MOT?

BP51 XXT has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2018.

Is BP51 XXT ULEZ compliant?

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

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