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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 167,020 miles on the clock, averaging 9,970 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 AK56 TXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,970 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 TXZ |
| 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 TXZ
What car is AK56 TXZ?
AK56 TXZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 TXZ?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 TXZ was 167,020 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 TXZ passed its MOT?
AK56 TXZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2023.
Is AK56 TXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 TXZ 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 TXZ?
AK56 TXZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.