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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 116,941 miles on the clock, averaging 6,526 miles per year, 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 GR56 HYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,941 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,267 |
| Average per year | 6,526 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GR56 HYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GR56 HYC
What car is GR56 HYC?
GR56 HYC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GR56 HYC?
The last recorded mileage for GR56 HYC was 116,941 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR56 HYC passed its MOT?
GR56 HYC has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 19 Aug 2025.
Is GR56 HYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR56 HYC 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 GR56 HYC?
GR56 HYC is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.