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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 60,712 miles on the clock, averaging 2,594 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 AO56 ZHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,712 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 254 |
| Average per year | 2,594 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AO56 ZHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 ZHM
What car is AO56 ZHM?
AO56 ZHM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 ZHM?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 ZHM was 60,712 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 ZHM passed its MOT?
AO56 ZHM has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2026.
Is AO56 ZHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 ZHM 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 AO56 ZHM?
AO56 ZHM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.