2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · BU52 FEM
2002 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 155,736 miles. MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18 Dec 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,736 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU52 FEM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/02/2026
- 155,736 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU52 FEM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Polo (BU52 FEM) between December 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
BU52 FEM Mileage History
- 19/12/2023148,179 mi
- 23/12/2024151,615 mi+3,436 mi
- 10/02/2026155,736 mi+4,121 mi
Average of roughly 3,522 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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