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BU68 ZLO

2018 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 999cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2018
FuelPetrol
Engine999cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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.

MOT & Mileage History for BU68 ZLO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,356
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2021
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,546

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 reading81,356 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,546
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BU68 ZLO 26k40k54k68k81k '21'26'24

Check BU68 ZLO

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,356 miles
Since last MOT+9,374 miles
PASS
Mileage71,982 miles
Since last MOT+10,019 miles
PASS
Mileage61,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,963 miles
Since last MOT+16,108 miles
PASS
Mileage45,855 miles
Since last MOT+11,107 miles
PASS
Mileage34,748 miles
Since last MOT+8,274 miles
PASS
Mileage26,474 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2017–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Infotainment System Glitches

Component affected

What goes wrong

Symptoms

1. Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves

Direct-injection petrol engines like the CHZB lack fuel spray across the intake valves during the induction stroke. Without this natural cleaning action, carbon deposits accumulate on the valve stems and seats, restricting airflow.[2]

2. Turbocharger Actuator/Wastegate Linkage Failure

The actuator linkage connecting the wastegate solenoid to the wastegate valve becomes faulty or loose, causing loss of boost control. Many repair shops misdiagnose this as full turbocharger failure and recommend a costly replacement (€1,000+) when only the actuator arm needs repair (€150).[3]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU68 ZLO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier68 — September 2018 to February 2019

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About BU68 ZLO

What car is BU68 ZLO?

BU68 ZLO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.

What is the mileage of BU68 ZLO?

The last recorded mileage for BU68 ZLO was 81,356 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU68 ZLO passed its MOT?

BU68 ZLO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2026.

Is BU68 ZLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU68 ZLO 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 BU68 ZLO?

BU68 ZLO is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.