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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 104,037 miles on the clock, averaging 7,175 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BF55 SEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,037 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,435 |
| Average per year | 7,175 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BF55 SEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BF55 SEY
What car is BF55 SEY?
BF55 SEY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF55 SEY?
The last recorded mileage for BF55 SEY was 104,037 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF55 SEY passed its MOT?
BF55 SEY has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Sep 2018.
Is BF55 SEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF55 SEY 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 SEY?
BF55 SEY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.