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EO06 GWK

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 1400cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 171,678 miles on the clock, averaging 7,579 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 EO06 GWK

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,678
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,579

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading171,678 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,755
Average per year7,579
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO06 GWK 61k88k116k144k172k '09'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,678 miles
Since last MOT+4,755 miles
PASS
Mileage166,923 miles
Since last MOT+13,629 miles
PASS
Mileage153,294 miles
Since last MOT+4,425 miles
PASS
Mileage148,869 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,849 miles
Since last MOT+11,440 miles
PASS
Mileage137,409 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,336 miles
Since last MOT+11,118 miles
PASS
Mileage126,218 miles
Since last MOT+9,665 miles
PASS
Mileage116,553 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,551 miles
Since last MOT+10,491 miles
PASS
Mileage106,060 miles
Since last MOT+4,410 miles
PASS
Mileage101,650 miles
Since last MOT+6,828 miles
PASS
Mileage94,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,822 miles
Since last MOT+7,901 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,921 miles
Since last MOT+14,380 miles
PASS
Mileage72,541 miles
Since last MOT+11,835 miles
PASS
Mileage60,706 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO06 GWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About EO06 GWK

What car is EO06 GWK?

EO06 GWK is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EO06 GWK?

The last recorded mileage for EO06 GWK was 171,678 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO06 GWK passed its MOT?

EO06 GWK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2023.

Is EO06 GWK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO06 GWK 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 EO06 GWK?

EO06 GWK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.