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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 137,107 miles on the clock, averaging 6,201 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 MLV
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 | 137,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 MLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 MLV
What car is BL55 MLV?
BL55 MLV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL55 MLV?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 MLV was 137,107 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 MLV passed its MOT?
BL55 MLV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is BL55 MLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 MLV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BL55 MLV?
BL55 MLV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.