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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 93,607 miles on the clock, averaging 6,918 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 BN55 LDO
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,607 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,918 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BN55 LDO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 LDO
What car is BN55 LDO?
BN55 LDO is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 LDO?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 LDO was 93,607 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 LDO passed its MOT?
BN55 LDO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2020.
Is BN55 LDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 LDO 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 BN55 LDO?
BN55 LDO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.