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 1200cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 132,249 miles on the clock, averaging 8,763 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BV52 ETO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,449 |
| Average per year | 8,763 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BV52 ETO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BV52 ETO
What car is BV52 ETO?
BV52 ETO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BV52 ETO?
The last recorded mileage for BV52 ETO was 132,249 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV52 ETO passed its MOT?
BV52 ETO has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2014.
Is BV52 ETO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV52 ETO 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 BV52 ETO?
BV52 ETO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.