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 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 104,008 miles on the clock, averaging 6,385 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 NJ52 BVB
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 | 104,008 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,385 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | NJ52 BVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NJ52 BVB
What car is NJ52 BVB?
NJ52 BVB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NJ52 BVB?
The last recorded mileage for NJ52 BVB was 104,008 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ52 BVB passed its MOT?
NJ52 BVB has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2016.
Is NJ52 BVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 BVB 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 NJ52 BVB?
NJ52 BVB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.