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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 121,036 miles on the clock, averaging 5,849 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 EHP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,036 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,226 |
| Average per year | 5,849 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 EHP |
| 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 EHP
What car is BL55 EHP?
BL55 EHP is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 EHP?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 EHP was 121,036 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 EHP passed its MOT?
BL55 EHP has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2024.
Is BL55 EHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 EHP 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 EHP?
BL55 EHP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.