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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 78,021 miles on the clock, averaging 8,557 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 BW52 PLZ
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
About average| Latest reading | 78,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 235 |
| Average per year | 8,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BW52 PLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 PLZ
What car is BW52 PLZ?
BW52 PLZ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW52 PLZ?
The last recorded mileage for BW52 PLZ was 78,021 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW52 PLZ passed its MOT?
BW52 PLZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2012.
Is BW52 PLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 PLZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BW52 PLZ?
BW52 PLZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.