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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 99,487 miles on the clock, averaging 7,301 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 FP52 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,487 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,146 |
| Average per year | 7,301 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FP52 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FP52 BWU
What car is FP52 BWU?
FP52 BWU is an yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP52 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for FP52 BWU was 99,487 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP52 BWU passed its MOT?
FP52 BWU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2016.
Is FP52 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP52 BWU 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 FP52 BWU?
FP52 BWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.