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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 152,896 miles on the clock, averaging 14,201 miles per year, above 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 GF56 JTV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 14,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF56 JTV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GF56 JTV
What car is GF56 JTV?
GF56 JTV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GF56 JTV?
The last recorded mileage for GF56 JTV was 152,896 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF56 JTV passed its MOT?
GF56 JTV has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2019.
Is GF56 JTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 JTV 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 GF56 JTV?
GF56 JTV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.