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GL06 RLU

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 115,466 miles on the clock, averaging 11,440 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 GL06 RLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,466
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,440

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,466 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,440
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL06 RLU 27k49k71k93k115k '09'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,466 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage108,517 miles
Since last MOT+11,662 miles
PASS
Mileage96,855 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,855 miles
Since last MOT+13,954 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,901 miles
Since last MOT+16,329 miles
PASS
Mileage66,572 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage59,442 miles
Since last MOT+10,477 miles
PASS
Mileage48,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,965 miles
Since last MOT+11,250 miles
PASS
Mileage37,715 miles
Since last MOT+10,572 miles
PASS
Mileage27,143 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

RegistrationGL06 RLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GL06 RLU

What car is GL06 RLU?

GL06 RLU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2006.

What is the mileage of GL06 RLU?

The last recorded mileage for GL06 RLU was 115,466 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL06 RLU passed its MOT?

GL06 RLU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Dec 2016.

Is GL06 RLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL06 RLU 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 GL06 RLU?

GL06 RLU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.