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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 6 (45% pass rate). It has 28,457 miles on the clock, averaging 4,153 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 BK55 HVO
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 28,457 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,153 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 HVO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 HVO
What car is BK55 HVO?
BK55 HVO is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK55 HVO?
The last recorded mileage for BK55 HVO was 28,457 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK55 HVO passed its MOT?
BK55 HVO has had 11 MOT tests with a 45% pass rate (5 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2013.
Is BK55 HVO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK55 HVO 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 HVO?
BK55 HVO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.