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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 74,395 miles on the clock, averaging 5,798 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 BD56 VWR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,034 |
| Average per year | 5,798 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VWR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VWR
What car is BD56 VWR?
BD56 VWR is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 VWR?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 VWR was 74,395 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 VWR passed its MOT?
BD56 VWR has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2021.
Is BD56 VWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 VWR 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 VWR?
BD56 VWR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.