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GP56 LLE

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 122,047 miles on the clock, averaging 5,064 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 LLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,047
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,064

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 reading122,047 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,265
Average per year5,064
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP56 LLE 37k59k80k101k122k '09'26'17

Check GP56 LLE

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage122,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,265 miles
PASS
Mileage119,782 miles
Since last MOT+13,382 miles
PASS
Mileage106,400 miles
Since last MOT+13,038 miles
PASS
Mileage93,362 miles
Since last MOT+10,606 miles
PASS
Mileage82,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,756 miles
Since last MOT+843 miles
PASS
Mileage81,913 miles
Since last MOT+2,521 miles
PASS
Mileage79,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,439 miles
PASS
Mileage75,953 miles
Since last MOT+3,980 miles
PASS
Mileage71,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,522 miles
PASS
Mileage68,451 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,448 miles
Since last MOT+5,250 miles
PASS
Mileage63,198 miles
Since last MOT+5,017 miles
PASS
Mileage58,181 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,176 miles
Since last MOT+3,711 miles
PASS
Mileage54,465 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage51,336 miles
Since last MOT+2,154 miles
PASS
Mileage49,182 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,182 miles
Since last MOT+3,872 miles
PASS
Mileage45,310 miles
Since last MOT+5,730 miles
PASS
Mileage39,580 miles
Since last MOT+2,209 miles
PASS
Mileage37,371 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 LLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
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 LLE

What car is GP56 LLE?

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

What is the mileage of GP56 LLE?

The last recorded mileage for GP56 LLE was 122,047 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP56 LLE passed its MOT?

GP56 LLE has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 14 Aug 2026.

Is GP56 LLE ULEZ compliant?

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

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