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AF56 XGL

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1198cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 85,894 miles on the clock, averaging 4,584 miles per year, well 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 AF56 XGL

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,894
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2010
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,584

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading85,894 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22,765
Average per year4,584
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF56 XGL 58k65k72k79k86k '10'16'11

Check AF56 XGL

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,894 miles
Since last MOT+22,765 miles
PASS
Mileage63,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,621 miles
PASS
Mileage57,508 miles

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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

RegistrationAF56 XGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AF56 XGL

What car is AF56 XGL?

AF56 XGL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.

What is the mileage of AF56 XGL?

The last recorded mileage for AF56 XGL was 85,894 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF56 XGL passed its MOT?

AF56 XGL has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2016.

Is AF56 XGL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF56 XGL 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 XGL?

AF56 XGL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.