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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 143,978 miles on the clock, averaging 7,744 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FY56 DHC
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
About average| Latest reading | 143,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,713 |
| Average per year | 7,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FY56 DHC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FY56 DHC
What car is FY56 DHC?
FY56 DHC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FY56 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for FY56 DHC was 143,978 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY56 DHC passed its MOT?
FY56 DHC has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 20 Nov 2025.
Is FY56 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY56 DHC 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 FY56 DHC?
FY56 DHC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.