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FY06 OCU

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 72,493 miles on the clock, averaging 3,731 miles per year, well below 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 FY06 OCU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
72,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2009
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,731

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,493 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,699
Average per year3,731
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY06 OCU 10k25k41k57k72k '09'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,493 miles
Since last MOT+4,699 miles
PASS
Mileage67,794 miles
Since last MOT+1,499 miles
PASS
Mileage66,295 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage64,894 miles
Since last MOT+407 miles
PASS
Mileage64,487 miles
Since last MOT+557 miles
PASS
Mileage63,930 miles
Since last MOT+3,588 miles
PASS
Mileage60,342 miles
Since last MOT+6,648 miles
PASS
Mileage53,694 miles
Since last MOT+8,427 miles
PASS
Mileage45,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,267 miles
Since last MOT+9,513 miles
PASS
Mileage35,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,754 miles
Since last MOT+6,669 miles
PASS
Mileage29,085 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,085 miles
Since last MOT+1,143 miles
PASS
Mileage27,942 miles
Since last MOT+2,046 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,896 miles
Since last MOT+1,916 miles
PASS
Mileage23,980 miles
Since last MOT+2,265 miles
PASS
Mileage21,715 miles
Since last MOT+3,454 miles
PASS
Mileage18,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,462 miles
PASS
Mileage13,799 miles
Since last MOT+3,987 miles
PASS
Mileage9,812 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

RegistrationFY06 OCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About FY06 OCU

What car is FY06 OCU?

FY06 OCU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.

What is the mileage of FY06 OCU?

The last recorded mileage for FY06 OCU was 72,493 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY06 OCU passed its MOT?

FY06 OCU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.

Is FY06 OCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY06 OCU 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 FY06 OCU?

FY06 OCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.