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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 74,573 miles on the clock, averaging 7,868 miles per year, around 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 SOJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 74,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,507 |
| Average per year | 7,868 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 SOJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CV56 SOJ
What car is CV56 SOJ?
CV56 SOJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CV56 SOJ?
The last recorded mileage for CV56 SOJ was 74,573 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV56 SOJ passed its MOT?
CV56 SOJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Dec 2015.
Is CV56 SOJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV56 SOJ 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 SOJ?
CV56 SOJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.