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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 51,482 miles on the clock, averaging 3,283 miles per year, well 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 KJ56 BAU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,482 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 3,283 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KJ56 BAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KJ56 BAU
What car is KJ56 BAU?
KJ56 BAU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KJ56 BAU?
The last recorded mileage for KJ56 BAU was 51,482 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KJ56 BAU passed its MOT?
KJ56 BAU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.
Is KJ56 BAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ56 BAU 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 KJ56 BAU?
KJ56 BAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.