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GP56 FJE

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 41,693 miles on the clock, averaging 6,994 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 GP56 FJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,693
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2009
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
6,994

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading41,693 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,706
Average per year6,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP56 FJE 14k21k28k35k42k '09'13'11

Check GP56 FJE

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage41,693 miles
Since last MOT+14,706 miles
PASS
Mileage26,987 miles
Since last MOT+11,995 miles
PASS
Mileage14,992 miles
PASS
Mileage18,298 miles
Since last MOT+4,221 miles
PASS
Mileage14,077 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

RegistrationGP56 FJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About GP56 FJE

What car is GP56 FJE?

GP56 FJE is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP56 FJE?

The last recorded mileage for GP56 FJE was 41,693 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP56 FJE passed its MOT?

GP56 FJE has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2013.

Is GP56 FJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 FJE 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 GP56 FJE?

GP56 FJE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.