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 999cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 42,592 miles on the clock, averaging 3,163 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 XTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,592 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,163 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 XTL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 XTL
What car is BU16 XTL?
BU16 XTL is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 XTL?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 XTL was 42,592 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 XTL passed its MOT?
BU16 XTL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is BU16 XTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 XTL 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 XTL?
BU16 XTL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.