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 999cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 134,574 miles on the clock, averaging 7,027 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 BU02 BLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,574 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,944 |
| Average per year | 7,027 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BU02 BLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BU02 BLX
What car is BU02 BLX?
BU02 BLX is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU02 BLX?
The last recorded mileage for BU02 BLX was 134,574 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU02 BLX passed its MOT?
BU02 BLX has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2021.
Is BU02 BLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU02 BLX 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 BU02 BLX?
BU02 BLX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.