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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 35,480 miles on the clock, averaging 8,264 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BN56 CVB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 35,480 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,169 |
| Average per year | 8,264 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | BN56 CVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 CVB
What car is BN56 CVB?
BN56 CVB is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 CVB?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 CVB was 35,480 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 CVB passed its MOT?
BN56 CVB has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Sep 2010.
Is BN56 CVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 CVB 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 BN56 CVB?
BN56 CVB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.