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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 103,829 miles on the clock, averaging 11,792 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DS56 AKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,829 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,369 |
| Average per year | 11,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | DS56 AKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DS56 AKZ
What car is DS56 AKZ?
DS56 AKZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2007.
What is the mileage of DS56 AKZ?
The last recorded mileage for DS56 AKZ was 103,829 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS56 AKZ passed its MOT?
DS56 AKZ has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Oct 2015.
Is DS56 AKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS56 AKZ 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 DS56 AKZ?
DS56 AKZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.