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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 154,009 miles on the clock, averaging 11,586 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 AJ56 SWN
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 SWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 SWN
What car is AJ56 SWN?
AJ56 SWN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AJ56 SWN?
The last recorded mileage for AJ56 SWN was 154,009 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ56 SWN passed its MOT?
AJ56 SWN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2018.
Is AJ56 SWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ56 SWN 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 SWN?
AJ56 SWN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.