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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 36,431 miles on the clock, averaging 4,480 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 GU56 EAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,320 |
| Average per year | 4,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GU56 EAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GU56 EAM
What car is GU56 EAM?
GU56 EAM is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 EAM?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 EAM was 36,431 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 EAM passed its MOT?
GU56 EAM has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jul 2015.
Is GU56 EAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 EAM 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 GU56 EAM?
GU56 EAM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.