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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 94,170 miles on the clock, averaging 5,992 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 RLO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,675 |
| Average per year | 5,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 RLO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BU02 RLO
What car is BU02 RLO?
BU02 RLO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU02 RLO?
The last recorded mileage for BU02 RLO was 94,170 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU02 RLO passed its MOT?
BU02 RLO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2013.
Is BU02 RLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU02 RLO 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 RLO?
BU02 RLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.