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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 34,688 miles on the clock, averaging 4,752 miles per year, well 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 SO02 BMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,688 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,207 |
| Average per year | 4,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | SO02 BMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SO02 BMU
What car is SO02 BMU?
SO02 BMU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SO02 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for SO02 BMU was 34,688 miles, recorded on 16 May 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO02 BMU passed its MOT?
SO02 BMU has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2008.
Is SO02 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO02 BMU 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 SO02 BMU?
SO02 BMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.