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BU52 FFD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 105,124 miles on the clock, averaging 6,052 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 BU52 FFD

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,124
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,052

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,124 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,052
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BU52 FFD 28k47k67k86k105k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,124 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,124 miles
Since last MOT+4,458 miles
PASS
Mileage100,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,666 miles
Since last MOT+1,873 miles
PASS
Mileage98,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,948 miles
PASS
Mileage96,845 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage91,929 miles
Since last MOT+3,223 miles
PASS
Mileage88,706 miles
Since last MOT+25,181 miles
PASS
Mileage63,525 miles
Since last MOT+7,943 miles
PASS
Mileage55,582 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,581 miles
Since last MOT+4,632 miles
PASS
Mileage50,949 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,924 miles
Since last MOT+5,257 miles
PASS
Mileage45,667 miles
Since last MOT+5,527 miles
PASS
Mileage40,140 miles
Since last MOT+1,844 miles
PASS
Mileage38,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,004 miles
PASS
Mileage33,292 miles
Since last MOT+5,162 miles
PASS
Mileage28,130 miles

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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

RegistrationBU52 FFD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BU52 FFD

What car is BU52 FFD?

BU52 FFD is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BU52 FFD?

The last recorded mileage for BU52 FFD was 105,124 miles, recorded on 28 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU52 FFD passed its MOT?

BU52 FFD has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2019.

Is BU52 FFD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 FFD 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 BU52 FFD?

BU52 FFD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.