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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 97,289 miles on the clock, averaging 5,661 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 CA56 OVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 487 |
| Average per year | 5,661 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA56 OVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CA56 OVB
What car is CA56 OVB?
CA56 OVB is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2007.
What is the mileage of CA56 OVB?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 OVB was 97,289 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 OVB passed its MOT?
CA56 OVB has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2022.
Is CA56 OVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 OVB 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 OVB?
CA56 OVB is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.