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 2011 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 83,871 miles on the clock, averaging 4,786 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BO56 TAN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,871 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BO56 TAN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BO — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BO56 TAN
What car is BO56 TAN?
BO56 TAN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2011.
What is the mileage of BO56 TAN?
The last recorded mileage for BO56 TAN was 83,871 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BO56 TAN passed its MOT?
BO56 TAN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is BO56 TAN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BO56 TAN 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 BO56 TAN?
BO56 TAN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.