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BK55 SDU

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 91,888 miles on the clock, averaging 5,810 miles per year, 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 SDU

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,888
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,810

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,888 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,481
Average per year5,810
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BK55 SDU 21k39k56k74k92k '08'20'15

Check BK55 SDU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage91,888 miles
Since last MOT+13,481 miles
PASS
Mileage78,407 miles
Since last MOT+1,265 miles
PASS
Mileage77,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,142 miles
Since last MOT+10,416 miles
PASS
Mileage66,726 miles
Since last MOT+13,577 miles
PASS
Mileage53,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,149 miles
Since last MOT+14,302 miles
PASS
Mileage38,847 miles
Since last MOT+2,324 miles
PASS
Mileage36,523 miles
Since last MOT+884 miles
PASS
Mileage35,639 miles
Since last MOT+1,159 miles
PASS
Mileage34,480 miles
Since last MOT+1,756 miles
PASS
Mileage32,724 miles
Since last MOT+2,426 miles
PASS
Mileage30,298 miles
Since last MOT+5,207 miles
PASS
Mileage25,091 miles
Since last MOT+4,322 miles
PASS
Mileage20,769 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,769 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 SDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBK — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About BK55 SDU

What car is BK55 SDU?

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

What is the mileage of BK55 SDU?

The last recorded mileage for BK55 SDU was 91,888 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BK55 SDU passed its MOT?

BK55 SDU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 14 Nov 2020.

Is BK55 SDU ULEZ compliant?

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

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