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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 80,166 miles on the clock, averaging 4,449 miles per year, well 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 EBG
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 | 80,166 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,052 |
| Average per year | 4,449 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL55 EBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 EBG
What car is BL55 EBG?
BL55 EBG is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 EBG?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 EBG was 80,166 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 EBG passed its MOT?
BL55 EBG has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2023.
Is BL55 EBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 EBG 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 EBG?
BL55 EBG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.