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 Diesel 1900cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 154,176 miles on the clock, averaging 8,156 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CP56 EMJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,156 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | CP56 EMJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CP56 EMJ
What car is CP56 EMJ?
CP56 EMJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CP56 EMJ?
The last recorded mileage for CP56 EMJ was 154,176 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP56 EMJ passed its MOT?
CP56 EMJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2026.
Is CP56 EMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP56 EMJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CP56 EMJ?
CP56 EMJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.