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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 105,706 miles on the clock, averaging 11,219 miles per year, above 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 EAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 105,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 EAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EAF
What car is BL55 EAF?
BL55 EAF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 EAF?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 EAF was 105,706 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 EAF passed its MOT?
BL55 EAF has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2015.
Is BL55 EAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 EAF 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 EAF?
BL55 EAF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.