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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 122,140 miles on the clock, averaging 8,135 miles per year, around 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 GV56 WKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 264 |
| Average per year | 8,135 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV56 WKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GV56 WKD
What car is GV56 WKD?
GV56 WKD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 WKD?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 WKD was 122,140 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 WKD passed its MOT?
GV56 WKD has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2023.
Is GV56 WKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 WKD 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 GV56 WKD?
GV56 WKD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.