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 1400cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 65,142 miles on the clock, averaging 4,219 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CA56 EFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 491 |
| Average per year | 4,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA56 EFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CA56 EFN
What car is CA56 EFN?
CA56 EFN is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CA56 EFN?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 EFN was 65,142 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 EFN passed its MOT?
CA56 EFN has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 22 Apr 2021.
Is CA56 EFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 EFN 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 CA56 EFN?
CA56 EFN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.