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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 141,959 miles on the clock, averaging 12,459 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 OZL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31,590 |
| Average per year | 12,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 OZL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 OZL
What car is BT52 OZL?
BT52 OZL is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 OZL?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 OZL was 141,959 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 OZL passed its MOT?
BT52 OZL has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2015.
Is BT52 OZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 OZL 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 OZL?
BT52 OZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.