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 2016 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1197cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 65,085 miles on the clock, averaging 5,158 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 MLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 MLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 MLF
What car is BU16 MLF?
BU16 MLF is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 MLF?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 MLF was 65,085 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 MLF passed its MOT?
BU16 MLF has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is BU16 MLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 MLF is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BU16 MLF?
BU16 MLF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.