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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 11 (66% pass rate). It has 148,314 miles on the clock, averaging 6,017 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 BT02 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,314 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -377 |
| Average per year | 6,017 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | BT02 ORU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BT02 ORU
What car is BT02 ORU?
BT02 ORU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT02 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for BT02 ORU was 148,314 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT02 ORU passed its MOT?
BT02 ORU has had 32 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (21 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2026.
Is BT02 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT02 ORU 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 BT02 ORU?
BT02 ORU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.