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GP56 HVX

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 89,043 miles on the clock, averaging 4,931 miles per year, well 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 GP56 HVX

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,043
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2009
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,931

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,043 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,931
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP56 HVX 32k46k61k75k89k '09'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,043 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,041 miles
Since last MOT+8,038 miles
PASS
Mileage81,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,988 miles
PASS
Mileage74,015 miles
Since last MOT+5,812 miles
PASS
Mileage68,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,359 miles
PASS
Mileage65,844 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,835 miles
Since last MOT+2,276 miles
PASS
Mileage63,559 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,557 miles
PASS
Mileage93,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,168 miles
Since last MOT+34,070 miles
PASS
Mileage59,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,098 miles
Since last MOT+6,264 miles
PASS
Mileage52,834 miles
Since last MOT+3,766 miles
PASS
Mileage49,068 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,468 miles
Since last MOT+12,359 miles
PASS
Mileage32,109 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 HVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About GP56 HVX

What car is GP56 HVX?

GP56 HVX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP56 HVX?

The last recorded mileage for GP56 HVX was 89,043 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP56 HVX passed its MOT?

GP56 HVX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2021.

Is GP56 HVX ULEZ compliant?

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

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