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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 128,240 miles on the clock, averaging 9,029 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for EK12 BXA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,240 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 BXA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 BXA
What car is EK12 BXA?
EK12 BXA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 BXA?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 BXA was 128,240 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 BXA passed its MOT?
EK12 BXA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2025.
Is EK12 BXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 BXA 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 EK12 BXA?
EK12 BXA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.