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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 85,674 miles on the clock, averaging 5,164 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 BT52 MZF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,674 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT52 MZF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 MZF
What car is BT52 MZF?
BT52 MZF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT52 MZF?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 MZF was 85,674 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 MZF passed its MOT?
BT52 MZF has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2017.
Is BT52 MZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 MZF 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 BT52 MZF?
BT52 MZF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.