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 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 53,440 miles on the clock, averaging 2,449 miles per year, well 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 AJ56 BVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,440 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,116 |
| Average per year | 2,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | AJ56 BVH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AJ56 BVH
What car is AJ56 BVH?
AJ56 BVH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AJ56 BVH?
The last recorded mileage for AJ56 BVH was 53,440 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ56 BVH passed its MOT?
AJ56 BVH has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is AJ56 BVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ56 BVH 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 AJ56 BVH?
AJ56 BVH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.