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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 55,377 miles on the clock, averaging 4,483 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 VXK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,377 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,483 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 VXK |
| 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 VXK
What car is BD56 VXK?
BD56 VXK is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 VXK?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 VXK was 55,377 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 VXK passed its MOT?
BD56 VXK has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2020.
Is BD56 VXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 VXK 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 VXK?
BD56 VXK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.