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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 110,770 miles on the clock, averaging 4,105 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 EX56 SWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,770 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,264 |
| Average per year | 4,105 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | EX56 SWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EX56 SWN
What car is EX56 SWN?
EX56 SWN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 SWN?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 SWN was 110,770 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 SWN passed its MOT?
EX56 SWN has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2025.
Is EX56 SWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 SWN 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 EX56 SWN?
EX56 SWN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.