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 1199cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 123,825 miles on the clock, averaging 5,701 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 FH52 BDU
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 | 123,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 5,701 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FH52 BDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FH52 BDU
What car is FH52 BDU?
FH52 BDU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FH52 BDU?
The last recorded mileage for FH52 BDU was 123,825 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH52 BDU passed its MOT?
FH52 BDU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2021.
Is FH52 BDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH52 BDU 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 FH52 BDU?
FH52 BDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.