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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 114,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,238 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 AK56 AYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,883 |
| Average per year | 7,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AK56 AYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 AYC
What car is AK56 AYC?
AK56 AYC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 AYC?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 AYC was 114,489 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 AYC passed its MOT?
AK56 AYC has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2022.
Is AK56 AYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 AYC 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 AK56 AYC?
AK56 AYC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.