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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 99,281 miles on the clock, averaging 7,782 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 GF56 URV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,281 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,818 |
| Average per year | 7,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GF56 URV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 URV
What car is GF56 URV?
GF56 URV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GF56 URV?
The last recorded mileage for GF56 URV was 99,281 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF56 URV passed its MOT?
GF56 URV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2017.
Is GF56 URV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF56 URV 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 URV?
GF56 URV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.