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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 179,584 miles on the clock, averaging 9,522 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BF05 OEG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,584 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,574 |
| Average per year | 9,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | BF05 OEG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BF05 OEG
What car is BF05 OEG?
BF05 OEG is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF05 OEG?
The last recorded mileage for BF05 OEG was 179,584 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF05 OEG passed its MOT?
BF05 OEG has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 3 Mar 2025.
Is BF05 OEG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF05 OEG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF05 OEG?
BF05 OEG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.