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 1600cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 146,014 miles on the clock, averaging 12,740 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 HG56 EAA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | HG56 EAA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HG56 EAA
What car is HG56 EAA?
HG56 EAA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG56 EAA?
The last recorded mileage for HG56 EAA was 146,014 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG56 EAA passed its MOT?
HG56 EAA has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2018.
Is HG56 EAA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG56 EAA 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 HG56 EAA?
HG56 EAA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.