Engine Code Technical Database
Engine Code BBM – 1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V) (Engine Oil, Timing Belt/Chain & Reliability)
Engine Code with code BBM (1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V)) was installed in models: Seat Ibiza II / III / IV / V (6K / 6L / 6J / 6F) & Cordoba, Volkswagen Polo III, IV, V & VI (6N / 9N / 6R / AW), Škoda Fabia I (6Y), Škoda Fabia II (5J) & Roomster. Below you will find the exact engine oil specification, filter code and recommended service intervals.
Oil Spec
VW 502 00
Viscosity
5W-40 (recommended against highway oil overheating)
Oil Capacity
2,8 – 3,4 liters
Oil Filter Code
MANN-FILTER HU 712/6 x (insert) or W 712/94 (plechový od r. 2009)
⏱️ Oil change interval (BBM): Max. 15 000 km / 1 year (for maximum turbo, timing chain/belt and piston ring life, do not exceed 15,000 km / 1 year).
⚙️ Timing & maintenance (BBM): At 150,000 – 180,000 km we recommend preventive replacement of the timing kit including water pump and coolant check.
🏆 Recommended oil & pack: Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 (4L) or Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 C3 (4 liters (1× 4L jug)).
Vehicle models equipped with engine BBM (4):
Škoda • 1999 – 2007
Škoda Fabia I (6Y) – 1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V)
🛢️ Oil: 2,8 – 3,4 liters (5W-40 (recommended against highway oil overheating)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER HU 712/6 x (insert) or W 712/94 (plechový od r. 2009)
Škoda • 2007 – 2014
Škoda Fabia II (5J) & Roomster – 1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V)
🛢️ Oil: 2,8 – 3,4 liters (5W-40 (recommended against highway oil overheating)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER HU 712/6 x (insert) or W 712/94 (plechový od r. 2009)
Volkswagen • 1994 – 2024
Volkswagen Polo III, IV, V & VI (6N / 9N / 6R / AW) – 1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V)
🛢️ Oil: 2,8 – 3,4 liters (5W-40 (recommended against highway oil overheating)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER HU 712/6 x (insert) or W 712/94 (plechový od r. 2009)
Seat • 1996 – 2024
Seat Ibiza II / III / IV / V (6K / 6L / 6J / 6F) & Cordoba – 1.2 HTP (40 kW / 44 kW – 6V)
🛢️ Oil: 2,8 – 3,4 liters (5W-40 (recommended against highway oil overheating)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER HU 712/6 x (insert) or W 712/94 (plechový od r. 2009)