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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 78,967 miles on the clock, averaging 4,432 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 EG56 GMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EG56 GMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EG56 GMU
What car is EG56 GMU?
EG56 GMU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EG56 GMU?
The last recorded mileage for EG56 GMU was 78,967 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG56 GMU passed its MOT?
EG56 GMU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2026.
Is EG56 GMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG56 GMU 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 EG56 GMU?
EG56 GMU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.