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DY56 MJK

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 121,829 miles on the clock, averaging 7,016 miles per year, 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 DY56 MJK

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,829
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,016

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,829 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,946
Average per year7,016
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DY56 MJK 14k41k68k95k122k '09'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,829 miles
Since last MOT+2,946 miles
PASS
Mileage118,883 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,883 miles
Since last MOT+6,124 miles
PASS
Mileage112,759 miles
Since last MOT+3,275 miles
PASS
Mileage109,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,440 miles
PASS
Mileage107,044 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
PASS
Mileage102,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,708 miles
PASS
Mileage98,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,079 miles
PASS
Mileage92,781 miles
Since last MOT+3,733 miles
PASS
Mileage89,048 miles
Since last MOT+8,069 miles
PASS
Mileage80,979 miles
Since last MOT+7,319 miles
PASS
Mileage73,660 miles
Since last MOT+21,201 miles
PASS
Mileage52,459 miles
Since last MOT+18,903 miles
PASS
Mileage33,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,556 miles
Since last MOT+19,318 miles
PASS
Mileage14,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,238 miles

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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

RegistrationDY56 MJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeDY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About DY56 MJK

What car is DY56 MJK?

DY56 MJK is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.

What is the mileage of DY56 MJK?

The last recorded mileage for DY56 MJK was 121,829 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DY56 MJK passed its MOT?

DY56 MJK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Dec 2024.

Is DY56 MJK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 MJK 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 DY56 MJK?

DY56 MJK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.