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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.
MOT & Mileage History for BL18 HGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,563 |
| Average per year | 4,898 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL18 HGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About BL18 HGO
What car is BL18 HGO?
BL18 HGO is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BL18 HGO?
The last recorded mileage for BL18 HGO was 35,709 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL18 HGO passed its MOT?
BL18 HGO has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is BL18 HGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL18 HGO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BL18 HGO?
BL18 HGO is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.