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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 136,838 miles on the clock, averaging 12,336 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HD56 JOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | HD56 JOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HD56 JOH
What car is HD56 JOH?
HD56 JOH is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2007.
What is the mileage of HD56 JOH?
The last recorded mileage for HD56 JOH was 136,838 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD56 JOH passed its MOT?
HD56 JOH has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2019.
Is HD56 JOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD56 JOH 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 HD56 JOH?
HD56 JOH is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.