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AK56 TZV

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 94,718 miles on the clock, averaging 5,182 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 TZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,718
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2010
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,182

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,718 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,358
Average per year5,182
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK56 TZV 38k52k66k80k95k '10'21'15

Check AK56 TZV

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,718 miles
Since last MOT+1,358 miles
PASS
Mileage93,360 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,355 miles
Since last MOT+2,791 miles
PASS
Mileage90,564 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,564 miles
Since last MOT+4,773 miles
PASS
Mileage85,791 miles
Since last MOT+3,339 miles
PASS
Mileage82,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,452 miles
Since last MOT+6,647 miles
PASS
Mileage75,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,324 miles
PASS
Mileage72,481 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,477 miles
Since last MOT+3,657 miles
PASS
Mileage68,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,280 miles
PASS
Mileage64,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,540 miles
Since last MOT+4,196 miles
PASS
Mileage60,344 miles
Since last MOT+11,750 miles
PASS
Mileage48,594 miles
Since last MOT+10,906 miles
PASS
Mileage37,688 miles

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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

RegistrationAK56 TZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AK56 TZV

What car is AK56 TZV?

AK56 TZV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.

What is the mileage of AK56 TZV?

The last recorded mileage for AK56 TZV was 94,718 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK56 TZV passed its MOT?

AK56 TZV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2021.

Is AK56 TZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 TZV 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 TZV?

AK56 TZV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.