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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 129,994 miles on the clock, averaging 6,143 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AE56 ZGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,000 |
| Average per year | 6,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE56 ZGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AE56 ZGO
What car is AE56 ZGO?
AE56 ZGO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AE56 ZGO?
The last recorded mileage for AE56 ZGO was 129,994 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE56 ZGO passed its MOT?
AE56 ZGO has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is AE56 ZGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE56 ZGO 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 AE56 ZGO?
AE56 ZGO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.