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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 58,946 miles on the clock, averaging 2,691 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 BM05 AML
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,946 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,152 |
| Average per year | 2,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BM05 AML |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BM — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BM05 AML
What car is BM05 AML?
BM05 AML is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BM05 AML?
The last recorded mileage for BM05 AML was 58,946 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BM05 AML passed its MOT?
BM05 AML has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is BM05 AML ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BM05 AML 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 BM05 AML?
BM05 AML is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.