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 1400cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 145,130 miles on the clock, averaging 8,630 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 HG56 USM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,130 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,721 |
| Average per year | 8,630 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | HG56 USM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| 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 USM
What car is HG56 USM?
HG56 USM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG56 USM?
The last recorded mileage for HG56 USM was 145,130 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG56 USM passed its MOT?
HG56 USM has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2024.
Is HG56 USM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG56 USM 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 USM?
HG56 USM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.