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BK55 FJA

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 51,846 miles on the clock, averaging 1,555 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 BK55 FJA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
51,846
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
1,555

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 reading51,846 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,555
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BK55 FJA 25k32k38k45k52k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,846 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,846 miles
Since last MOT+719 miles
PASS
Mileage51,127 miles
Since last MOT+659 miles
PASS
Mileage50,468 miles
Since last MOT+860 miles
PASS
Mileage49,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,608 miles
Since last MOT+706 miles
PASS
Mileage48,902 miles
Since last MOT+566 miles
PASS
Mileage48,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,336 miles
Since last MOT+531 miles
PASS
Mileage47,805 miles
Since last MOT+624 miles
PASS
Mileage47,181 miles
Since last MOT+981 miles
PASS
Mileage46,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,200 miles
Since last MOT+1,517 miles
PASS
Mileage44,683 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage43,220 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,214 miles
Since last MOT+1,983 miles
PASS
Mileage41,231 miles
Since last MOT+1,850 miles
PASS
Mileage39,381 miles
Since last MOT+1,891 miles
PASS
Mileage37,490 miles
Since last MOT+2,734 miles
PASS
Mileage34,756 miles
Since last MOT+2,522 miles
PASS
Mileage32,234 miles
Since last MOT+1,543 miles
PASS
Mileage30,691 miles
Since last MOT+5,627 miles
PASS
Mileage25,064 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

RegistrationBK55 FJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About BK55 FJA

What car is BK55 FJA?

BK55 FJA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BK55 FJA?

The last recorded mileage for BK55 FJA was 51,846 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK55 FJA passed its MOT?

BK55 FJA has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.

Is BK55 FJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK55 FJA 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 BK55 FJA?

BK55 FJA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.