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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 119,800 miles on the clock, averaging 6,055 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 BN56 JSV
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
Below average| Latest reading | 119,800 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,053 |
| Average per year | 6,055 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 JSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 JSV
What car is BN56 JSV?
BN56 JSV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 JSV?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 JSV was 119,800 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 JSV passed its MOT?
BN56 JSV has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2024.
Is BN56 JSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 JSV 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 JSV?
BN56 JSV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.