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BF55 EUY

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 94,241 miles on the clock, averaging 5,028 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 BF55 EUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,241
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
5,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,241 miles
Reading date
Miles last year101
Average per year5,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BF55 EUY 12k32k53k74k94k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,241 miles
Since last MOT+101 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,140 miles
Since last MOT+4,456 miles
PASS
Mileage89,684 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,684 miles
Since last MOT+11,990 miles
PASS
Mileage77,694 miles
Since last MOT+10,399 miles
PASS
Mileage67,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,295 miles
Since last MOT+2,525 miles
PASS
Mileage64,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,611 miles
PASS
Mileage61,159 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,159 miles
Since last MOT+1,311 miles
PASS
Mileage59,848 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,848 miles
Since last MOT+3,705 miles
PASS
Mileage56,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,143 miles
Since last MOT+4,128 miles
PASS
Mileage52,015 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
PASS
Mileage47,415 miles
Since last MOT+7,134 miles
PASS
Mileage40,281 miles
Since last MOT+7,114 miles
PASS
Mileage33,167 miles
Since last MOT+5,344 miles
PASS
Mileage27,823 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,823 miles
Since last MOT+8,217 miles
PASS
Mileage19,606 miles
Since last MOT+4,861 miles
PASS
Mileage14,745 miles
Since last MOT+2,957 miles
PASS
Mileage11,788 miles

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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

RegistrationBF55 EUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBF — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About BF55 EUY

What car is BF55 EUY?

BF55 EUY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BF55 EUY?

The last recorded mileage for BF55 EUY was 94,241 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BF55 EUY passed its MOT?

BF55 EUY has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.

Is BF55 EUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF55 EUY 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 BF55 EUY?

BF55 EUY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.