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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 54,394 miles on the clock, averaging 2,420 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 BN55 WDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,046 |
| Average per year | 2,420 |
| 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 | BN55 WDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WDP
What car is BN55 WDP?
BN55 WDP is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 WDP?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 WDP was 54,394 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 WDP passed its MOT?
BN55 WDP has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is BN55 WDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 WDP 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 WDP?
BN55 WDP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.