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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 78,206 miles on the clock, averaging 3,893 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 AK56 HKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,206 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,231 |
| Average per year | 3,893 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 HKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 HKJ
What car is AK56 HKJ?
AK56 HKJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 HKJ?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 HKJ was 78,206 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 HKJ passed its MOT?
AK56 HKJ has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is AK56 HKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 HKJ 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 HKJ?
AK56 HKJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.