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BK05 UEF

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 38,953 miles on the clock, averaging 1,855 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 BK05 UEF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
38,953
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
95%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,855

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,953 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,972
Average per year1,855
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BK05 UEF 6k15k23k31k39k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,953 miles
Since last MOT+3,972 miles
PASS
Mileage34,981 miles
Since last MOT+1,865 miles
PASS
Mileage33,116 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage29,957 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,960 miles
Since last MOT+21,208 miles
PASS
Mileage26,752 miles
Since last MOT+3,648 miles
PASS
Mileage23,104 miles
Since last MOT+4,667 miles
PASS
Mileage18,437 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage14,660 miles
Since last MOT+658 miles
PASS
Mileage14,002 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
PASS
Mileage13,932 miles
Since last MOT+1,094 miles
PASS
Mileage12,838 miles
Since last MOT+263 miles
PASS
Mileage12,575 miles
Since last MOT+892 miles
PASS
Mileage11,683 miles
Since last MOT+886 miles
PASS
Mileage10,797 miles
Since last MOT+1,207 miles
PASS
Mileage9,590 miles
Since last MOT+1,100 miles
PASS
Mileage8,490 miles
Since last MOT+1,310 miles
PASS
Mileage7,180 miles
Since last MOT+754 miles
PASS
Mileage6,426 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

RegistrationBK05 UEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About BK05 UEF

What car is BK05 UEF?

BK05 UEF is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BK05 UEF?

The last recorded mileage for BK05 UEF was 38,953 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK05 UEF passed its MOT?

BK05 UEF has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Nov 2025.

Is BK05 UEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 UEF 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 BK05 UEF?

BK05 UEF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.