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 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 112,059 miles on the clock, averaging 5,014 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 AY56 WXA
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
Below average| Latest reading | 112,059 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,014 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY56 WXA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AY56 WXA
What car is AY56 WXA?
AY56 WXA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY56 WXA?
The last recorded mileage for AY56 WXA was 112,059 miles, recorded on 27 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY56 WXA passed its MOT?
AY56 WXA has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2022.
Is AY56 WXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY56 WXA 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 AY56 WXA?
AY56 WXA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.