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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 162,114 miles on the clock, averaging 5,374 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KH56 VWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,114 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,394 |
| Average per year | 5,374 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KH56 VWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KH56 VWU
What car is KH56 VWU?
KH56 VWU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KH56 VWU?
The last recorded mileage for KH56 VWU was 162,114 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KH56 VWU passed its MOT?
KH56 VWU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2024.
Is KH56 VWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH56 VWU 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 KH56 VWU?
KH56 VWU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.