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 Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 137,534 miles on the clock, averaging 5,253 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU52 FJA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,856 |
| Average per year | 5,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU52 FJA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 FJA
What car is BU52 FJA?
BU52 FJA is a grey Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 FJA?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 FJA was 137,534 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 FJA passed its MOT?
BU52 FJA has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 18 Nov 2024.
Is BU52 FJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 FJA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU52 FJA?
BU52 FJA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.