Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 71,706 miles on the clock, averaging 4,717 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 LWE
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 94 |
| Average per year | 4,717 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 LWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LWE
What car is BK55 LWE?
BK55 LWE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK55 LWE?
The last recorded mileage for BK55 LWE was 71,706 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK55 LWE passed its MOT?
BK55 LWE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2019.
Is BK55 LWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK55 LWE 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 LWE?
BK55 LWE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.