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BJ55 KSZ

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 94,538 miles on the clock, averaging 4,466 miles per year, well 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 BJ55 KSZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,538
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,466

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,538 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year4,466
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BJ55 KSZ 18k37k56k75k95k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,538 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,535 miles
Since last MOT+3,225 miles
PASS
Mileage91,310 miles
Since last MOT+4,014 miles
PASS
Mileage87,296 miles
Since last MOT+955 miles
PASS
Mileage86,341 miles
Since last MOT+2,294 miles
PASS
Mileage84,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage81,894 miles
Since last MOT+140 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,754 miles
Since last MOT+3,589 miles
PASS
Mileage78,165 miles
Since last MOT+5,254 miles
PASS
Mileage72,911 miles
Since last MOT+1,074 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,837 miles
Since last MOT+6,487 miles
PASS
Mileage65,350 miles
Since last MOT+8,209 miles
PASS
Mileage57,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage52,225 miles
Since last MOT+3,031 miles
PASS
Mileage49,194 miles
Since last MOT+2,885 miles
PASS
Mileage46,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,013 miles
PASS
Mileage42,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,792 miles
PASS
Mileage37,504 miles
Since last MOT+5,169 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,335 miles
Since last MOT+7,214 miles
PASS
Mileage25,121 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage18,148 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 KSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About BJ55 KSZ

What car is BJ55 KSZ?

BJ55 KSZ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BJ55 KSZ?

The last recorded mileage for BJ55 KSZ was 94,538 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ55 KSZ passed its MOT?

BJ55 KSZ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.

Is BJ55 KSZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 KSZ 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 BJ55 KSZ?

BJ55 KSZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.