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BP05 KWB

2005 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 82,002 miles on the clock, averaging 12,052 miles per year, above 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 KWB

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2010
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,052

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading82,002 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,682
Average per year12,052
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP05 KWB 28k41k55k68k82k '10'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,002 miles
Since last MOT+2,682 miles
PASS
Mileage79,320 miles
Since last MOT+2,074 miles
PASS
Mileage77,246 miles
Since last MOT+8,879 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,367 miles
Since last MOT+19,430 miles
PASS
Mileage48,937 miles
Since last MOT+170 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,767 miles
Since last MOT+21,250 miles
PASS
Mileage27,517 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,517 miles

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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

RegistrationBP05 KWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About BP05 KWB

What car is BP05 KWB?

BP05 KWB is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BP05 KWB?

The last recorded mileage for BP05 KWB was 82,002 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP05 KWB passed its MOT?

BP05 KWB has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2015.

Is BP05 KWB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP05 KWB 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 KWB?

BP05 KWB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.