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FM02 BVJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 162,369 miles on the clock, averaging 7,245 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 FM02 BVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,369
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,245

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading162,369 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,245
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM02 BVJ 71k94k117k140k162k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,369 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,367 miles
Since last MOT+1,520 miles
PASS
Mileage160,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,868 miles
PASS
Mileage156,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,979 miles
Since last MOT+3,613 miles
PASS
Mileage153,366 miles
Since last MOT+1,557 miles
PASS
Mileage151,809 miles
Since last MOT+3,048 miles
PASS
Mileage148,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,761 miles
Since last MOT+5,824 miles
PASS
Mileage142,937 miles
Since last MOT+16,667 miles
PASS
Mileage126,270 miles
Since last MOT+14,502 miles
PASS
Mileage111,768 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,767 miles
Since last MOT+8,655 miles
PASS
Mileage103,112 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,110 miles
Since last MOT+5,068 miles
PASS
Mileage98,042 miles
Since last MOT+15,669 miles
PASS
Mileage82,373 miles
Since last MOT+11,215 miles
PASS
Mileage71,158 miles

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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

RegistrationFM02 BVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FM02 BVJ

What car is FM02 BVJ?

FM02 BVJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FM02 BVJ?

The last recorded mileage for FM02 BVJ was 162,369 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM02 BVJ passed its MOT?

FM02 BVJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2019.

Is FM02 BVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 BVJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FM02 BVJ?

FM02 BVJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.