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 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 116,717 miles on the clock, averaging 5,640 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FM02 BVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,616 |
| Average per year | 5,640 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM02 BVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FM02 BVA
What car is FM02 BVA?
FM02 BVA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 BVA?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 BVA was 116,717 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 BVA passed its MOT?
FM02 BVA has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2020.
Is FM02 BVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 BVA 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 FM02 BVA?
FM02 BVA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.