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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 103,685 miles on the clock, averaging 4,834 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 UEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,685 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,834 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | BJ55 UEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BJ55 UEA
What car is BJ55 UEA?
BJ55 UEA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BJ55 UEA?
The last recorded mileage for BJ55 UEA was 103,685 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ55 UEA passed its MOT?
BJ55 UEA has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2026.
Is BJ55 UEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 UEA 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 UEA?
BJ55 UEA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.