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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 94,718 miles on the clock, averaging 5,887 miles per year, 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 BL55 DKY
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
Below average| Latest reading | 94,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,887 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BL55 DKY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 DKY
What car is BL55 DKY?
BL55 DKY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 DKY?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 DKY was 94,718 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 DKY passed its MOT?
BL55 DKY has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2021.
Is BL55 DKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 DKY 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 BL55 DKY?
BL55 DKY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.