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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 36 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 15 (58% pass rate). It has 335,449 miles on the clock, averaging 15,751 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 BT52 JHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 335,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 15,751 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 36 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 | BT52 JHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 JHU
What car is BT52 JHU?
BT52 JHU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 JHU?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 JHU was 335,449 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 JHU passed its MOT?
BT52 JHU has had 36 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (21 passes, 15 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is BT52 JHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 JHU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BT52 JHU?
BT52 JHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.