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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 65,401 miles on the clock, averaging 10,282 miles per year, above 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 HVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 65,401 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,187 |
| Average per year | 10,282 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | GP56 HVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 HVZ
What car is GP56 HVZ?
GP56 HVZ is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 HVZ?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 HVZ was 65,401 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 HVZ passed its MOT?
GP56 HVZ has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 26 Sep 2012.
Is GP56 HVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 HVZ 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 HVZ?
GP56 HVZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.