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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 118,631 miles on the clock, averaging 5,445 miles per year, 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 BK55 FLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,445 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | BK55 FLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BK55 FLW
What car is BK55 FLW?
BK55 FLW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK55 FLW?
The last recorded mileage for BK55 FLW was 118,631 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK55 FLW passed its MOT?
BK55 FLW has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.
Is BK55 FLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK55 FLW 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 FLW?
BK55 FLW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.