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 1390cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 84,429 miles on the clock, averaging 7,691 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BN55 SDV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 84,429 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,233 |
| Average per year | 7,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN55 SDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 SDV
What car is BN55 SDV?
BN55 SDV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 SDV?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 SDV was 84,429 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 SDV passed its MOT?
BN55 SDV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Feb 2017.
Is BN55 SDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 SDV 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 SDV?
BN55 SDV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.