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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 150,018 miles on the clock, averaging 9,537 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 ELJ
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
Above average| Latest reading | 150,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,176 |
| Average per year | 9,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 ELJ |
| 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 ELJ
What car is BL55 ELJ?
BL55 ELJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 ELJ was 150,018 miles, recorded on 13 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 ELJ passed its MOT?
BL55 ELJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2022.
Is BL55 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 ELJ 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 ELJ?
BL55 ELJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.