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 1395cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 58,600 miles on the clock, averaging 5,586 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 XJA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 58,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 XJA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 XJA
What car is BU16 XJA?
BU16 XJA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 XJA?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 XJA was 58,600 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 XJA passed its MOT?
BU16 XJA has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is BU16 XJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 XJA 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 XJA?
BU16 XJA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.