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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 120,609 miles on the clock, averaging 8,256 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 DG56 AWC
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,609 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,256 |
| 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 | DG56 AWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DG56 AWC
What car is DG56 AWC?
DG56 AWC is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 AWC?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 AWC was 120,609 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 AWC passed its MOT?
DG56 AWC has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2020.
Is DG56 AWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 AWC 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 DG56 AWC?
DG56 AWC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.