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 Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 180,623 miles on the clock, averaging 8,683 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BV05 FXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | BV05 FXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BV05 FXX
What car is BV05 FXX?
BV05 FXX is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BV05 FXX?
The last recorded mileage for BV05 FXX was 180,623 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV05 FXX passed its MOT?
BV05 FXX has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is BV05 FXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV05 FXX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV05 FXX?
BV05 FXX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.