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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 113,223 miles on the clock, averaging 4,856 miles per year, well 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 BL54 EBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 113,223 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 752 |
| Average per year | 4,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL54 EBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BL54 EBM
What car is BL54 EBM?
BL54 EBM is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL54 EBM?
The last recorded mileage for BL54 EBM was 113,223 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL54 EBM passed its MOT?
BL54 EBM has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jun 2026.
Is BL54 EBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL54 EBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL54 EBM?
BL54 EBM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.