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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 117,246 miles on the clock, averaging 7,033 miles per year, 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 AK56 FAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,246 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK56 FAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 FAJ
What car is AK56 FAJ?
AK56 FAJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 FAJ?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 FAJ was 117,246 miles, recorded on 7 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 FAJ passed its MOT?
AK56 FAJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2025.
Is AK56 FAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 FAJ 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 FAJ?
AK56 FAJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.