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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 108,902 miles on the clock, averaging 6,766 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BD56 HMZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,851 |
| Average per year | 6,766 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD56 HMZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 HMZ
What car is BD56 HMZ?
BD56 HMZ is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BD56 HMZ?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 HMZ was 108,902 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 HMZ passed its MOT?
BD56 HMZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2018.
Is BD56 HMZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 HMZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BD56 HMZ?
BD56 HMZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.