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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 79,532 miles on the clock, averaging 6,060 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 CV56 GFJ
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,532 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,615 |
| Average per year | 6,060 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CV56 GFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CV56 GFJ
What car is CV56 GFJ?
CV56 GFJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CV56 GFJ?
The last recorded mileage for CV56 GFJ was 79,532 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV56 GFJ passed its MOT?
CV56 GFJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2021.
Is CV56 GFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV56 GFJ 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 CV56 GFJ?
CV56 GFJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.