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 Petrol 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,554 miles on the clock, averaging 5,938 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BW05 CNY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BW05 CNY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BW05 CNY
What car is BW05 CNY?
BW05 CNY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BW05 CNY?
The last recorded mileage for BW05 CNY was 83,554 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW05 CNY passed its MOT?
BW05 CNY has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Sep 2019.
Is BW05 CNY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW05 CNY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BW05 CNY?
BW05 CNY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.