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 Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 126,987 miles on the clock, averaging 12,648 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 XXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,252 |
| Average per year | 12,648 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 XXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BF05 XXU
What car is BF05 XXU?
BF05 XXU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF05 XXU?
The last recorded mileage for BF05 XXU was 126,987 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF05 XXU passed its MOT?
BF05 XXU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2014.
Is BF05 XXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF05 XXU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF05 XXU?
BF05 XXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.