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 1400cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 34,711 miles on the clock, averaging 4,216 miles per year, well 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 VLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,711 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,743 |
| Average per year | 4,216 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 VLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AK56 VLM
What car is AK56 VLM?
AK56 VLM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AK56 VLM?
The last recorded mileage for AK56 VLM was 34,711 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK56 VLM passed its MOT?
AK56 VLM has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Feb 2011.
Is AK56 VLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK56 VLM 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 VLM?
AK56 VLM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.