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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 80,222 miles on the clock, averaging 7,131 miles per year, 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 GK06 XBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,222 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 107 |
| Average per year | 7,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GK06 XBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About GK06 XBW
What car is GK06 XBW?
GK06 XBW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.
What is the mileage of GK06 XBW?
The last recorded mileage for GK06 XBW was 80,222 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK06 XBW passed its MOT?
GK06 XBW has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2018.
Is GK06 XBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK06 XBW 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 GK06 XBW?
GK06 XBW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.