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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 147,974 miles on the clock, averaging 8,375 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GY56 GKA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,974 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,324 |
| Average per year | 8,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GY56 GKA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GY56 GKA
What car is GY56 GKA?
GY56 GKA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 GKA?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 GKA was 147,974 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 GKA passed its MOT?
GY56 GKA has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.
Is GY56 GKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 GKA 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 GY56 GKA?
GY56 GKA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.