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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 91,261 miles on the clock, averaging 4,325 miles per year, well 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 BD56 HTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,261 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,325 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD56 HTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 HTE
What car is BD56 HTE?
BD56 HTE is a yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 HTE?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 HTE was 91,261 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 HTE passed its MOT?
BD56 HTE has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is BD56 HTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 HTE 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 BD56 HTE?
BD56 HTE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.