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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 124,436 miles on the clock, averaging 6,508 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 BK56 LBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,436 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 6,508 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BK56 LBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BK56 LBX
What car is BK56 LBX?
BK56 LBX is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BK56 LBX?
The last recorded mileage for BK56 LBX was 124,436 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK56 LBX passed its MOT?
BK56 LBX has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is BK56 LBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK56 LBX 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 BK56 LBX?
BK56 LBX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.