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GP06 XJA

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 102,387 miles on the clock, averaging 6,513 miles per year, below 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 GP06 XJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,513

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,387 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,513
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP06 XJA 17k39k60k81k102k '09'22'17

Check GP06 XJA

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,387 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,386 miles
Since last MOT+6,814 miles
PASS
Mileage95,572 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,571 miles
Since last MOT+3,759 miles
PASS
Mileage91,812 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,808 miles
Since last MOT+7,983 miles
PASS
Mileage83,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,825 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
PASS
Mileage75,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,225 miles
Since last MOT+10,041 miles
PASS
Mileage65,184 miles
Since last MOT+8,930 miles
PASS
Mileage56,254 miles
Since last MOT+8,803 miles
PASS
Mileage47,451 miles
Since last MOT+9,826 miles
PASS
Mileage37,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,625 miles
Since last MOT+7,634 miles
PASS
Mileage29,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,991 miles
Since last MOT+2,491 miles
PASS
Mileage27,500 miles
Since last MOT+3,256 miles
PASS
Mileage24,244 miles
Since last MOT+2,910 miles
PASS
Mileage21,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,029 miles
PASS
Mileage17,305 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

RegistrationGP06 XJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GP06 XJA

What car is GP06 XJA?

GP06 XJA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP06 XJA?

The last recorded mileage for GP06 XJA was 102,387 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP06 XJA passed its MOT?

GP06 XJA has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2022.

Is GP06 XJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP06 XJA 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 GP06 XJA?

GP06 XJA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.