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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 159,699 miles on the clock, averaging 9,330 miles per year, above 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 AF56 HWR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,699 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 239 |
| Average per year | 9,330 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AF56 HWR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AF56 HWR
What car is AF56 HWR?
AF56 HWR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AF56 HWR?
The last recorded mileage for AF56 HWR was 159,699 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF56 HWR passed its MOT?
AF56 HWR has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2024.
Is AF56 HWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF56 HWR 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 AF56 HWR?
AF56 HWR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.