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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 75,648 miles on the clock, averaging 3,588 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DG56 RUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,407 |
| Average per year | 3,588 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DG56 RUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 RUV
What car is DG56 RUV?
DG56 RUV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 RUV?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 RUV was 75,648 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 RUV passed its MOT?
DG56 RUV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is DG56 RUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 RUV 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 RUV?
DG56 RUV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.