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BK05 XPC

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 89,952 miles on the clock, averaging 3,420 miles per year, well 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 BK05 XPC

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,952
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,420

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 reading89,952 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,027
Average per year3,420
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BK05 XPC 30k45k60k75k90k '08'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,952 miles
Since last MOT+1,027 miles
PASS
Mileage88,925 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,920 miles
Since last MOT+1,487 miles
PASS
Mileage87,433 miles
Since last MOT+2,028 miles
PASS
Mileage85,405 miles
Since last MOT+1,875 miles
PASS
Mileage83,530 miles
Since last MOT+914 miles
PASS
Mileage82,616 miles
Since last MOT+1,364 miles
PASS
Mileage81,252 miles
Since last MOT+5,027 miles
PASS
Mileage76,225 miles
Since last MOT+5,608 miles
PASS
Mileage70,617 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,444 miles
PASS
Mileage65,172 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,140 miles
Since last MOT+5,581 miles
PASS
Mileage59,559 miles
Since last MOT+6,052 miles
PASS
Mileage53,507 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,506 miles
Since last MOT+6,316 miles
PASS
Mileage47,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,190 miles
Since last MOT+27,254 miles
PASS
Mileage19,936 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,668 miles
PASS
Mileage34,266 miles
Since last MOT+893 miles
PASS
Mileage33,373 miles
Since last MOT+985 miles
PASS
Mileage32,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,313 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,075 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

RegistrationBK05 XPC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About BK05 XPC

What car is BK05 XPC?

BK05 XPC is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BK05 XPC?

The last recorded mileage for BK05 XPC was 89,952 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK05 XPC passed its MOT?

BK05 XPC has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.

Is BK05 XPC ULEZ compliant?

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

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