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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 152,908 miles on the clock, averaging 6,492 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 BW02 EPJ
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 | 152,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,058 |
| Average per year | 6,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | BW02 EPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BW02 EPJ
What car is BW02 EPJ?
BW02 EPJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BW02 EPJ?
The last recorded mileage for BW02 EPJ was 152,908 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW02 EPJ passed its MOT?
BW02 EPJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2024.
Is BW02 EPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW02 EPJ 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 BW02 EPJ?
BW02 EPJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.