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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 116,817 miles on the clock, averaging 7,795 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 NJ51 BKE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NJ51 BKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About NJ51 BKE
What car is NJ51 BKE?
NJ51 BKE is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NJ51 BKE?
The last recorded mileage for NJ51 BKE was 116,817 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ51 BKE passed its MOT?
NJ51 BKE has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2015.
Is NJ51 BKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ51 BKE 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 NJ51 BKE?
NJ51 BKE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.