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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 128,153 miles on the clock, averaging 5,647 miles per year, 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 CE56 XVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,647 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | CE56 XVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CE56 XVC
What car is CE56 XVC?
CE56 XVC is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CE56 XVC?
The last recorded mileage for CE56 XVC was 128,153 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE56 XVC passed its MOT?
CE56 XVC has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.
Is CE56 XVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE56 XVC 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 CE56 XVC?
CE56 XVC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.