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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 108,111 miles on the clock, averaging 5,124 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 BP54 LKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,031 |
| Average per year | 5,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | BP54 LKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BP54 LKU
What car is BP54 LKU?
BP54 LKU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP54 LKU?
The last recorded mileage for BP54 LKU was 108,111 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP54 LKU passed its MOT?
BP54 LKU has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.
Is BP54 LKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP54 LKU 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 BP54 LKU?
BP54 LKU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.