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AV56 DHK

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 159,309 miles on the clock, averaging 8,061 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AV56 DHK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
159,309
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
8,061

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading159,309 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,061
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV56 DHK 24k58k92k125k159k '09'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,309 miles
Since last MOT+8,052 miles
PASS
Mileage151,257 miles
Since last MOT+9,765 miles
PASS
Mileage141,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,363 miles
PASS
Mileage138,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,436 miles
PASS
Mileage132,693 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage127,822 miles
Since last MOT+5,509 miles
PASS
Mileage122,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,941 miles
PASS
Mileage117,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,372 miles
Since last MOT+10,971 miles
PASS
Mileage106,401 miles
Since last MOT+11,034 miles
PASS
Mileage95,367 miles
Since last MOT+10,000 miles
PASS
Mileage85,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,367 miles
Since last MOT+12,179 miles
PASS
Mileage73,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,433 miles
PASS
Mileage63,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,755 miles
Since last MOT+7,896 miles
PASS
Mileage55,859 miles
Since last MOT+7,146 miles
PASS
Mileage48,713 miles
Since last MOT+9,152 miles
PASS
Mileage39,561 miles
Since last MOT+8,218 miles
PASS
Mileage31,343 miles
Since last MOT+7,633 miles
PASS
Mileage23,710 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

RegistrationAV56 DHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About AV56 DHK

What car is AV56 DHK?

AV56 DHK is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.

What is the mileage of AV56 DHK?

The last recorded mileage for AV56 DHK was 159,309 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV56 DHK passed its MOT?

AV56 DHK has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.

Is AV56 DHK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV56 DHK 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 AV56 DHK?

AV56 DHK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.