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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 127,343 miles on the clock, averaging 6,822 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 BP05 DTN
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
Below average| Latest reading | 127,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,822 |
| 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 | BP05 DTN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BP05 DTN
What car is BP05 DTN?
BP05 DTN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP05 DTN?
The last recorded mileage for BP05 DTN was 127,343 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP05 DTN passed its MOT?
BP05 DTN has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is BP05 DTN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP05 DTN 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 BP05 DTN?
BP05 DTN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.