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KJ56 BGE

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 79,487 miles on the clock, averaging 2,903 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 BGE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,487
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2010
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,903

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading79,487 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year2,903
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ56 BGE 35k46k57k68k79k '10'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,487 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,482 miles
Since last MOT+2,832 miles
PASS
Mileage76,650 miles
Since last MOT+1,100 miles
PASS
Mileage75,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,550 miles
Since last MOT+4,349 miles
PASS
Mileage71,201 miles
Since last MOT+4,297 miles
PASS
Mileage66,904 miles
Since last MOT+2,218 miles
PASS
Mileage64,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,053 miles
PASS
Mileage61,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,633 miles
Since last MOT+2,425 miles
PASS
Mileage59,208 miles
Since last MOT+4,619 miles
PASS
Mileage54,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,589 miles
Since last MOT+5,839 miles
PASS
Mileage48,750 miles
Since last MOT+5,665 miles
PASS
Mileage43,085 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,085 miles
Since last MOT+3,292 miles
PASS
Mileage39,793 miles
Since last MOT+2,707 miles
PASS
Mileage37,086 miles
Since last MOT+1,224 miles
PASS
Mileage35,862 miles
Since last MOT+750 miles
PASS
Mileage35,112 miles
Since last MOT+516 miles
PASS
Mileage34,596 miles

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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

RegistrationKJ56 BGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KJ56 BGE

What car is KJ56 BGE?

KJ56 BGE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KJ56 BGE?

The last recorded mileage for KJ56 BGE was 79,487 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ56 BGE passed its MOT?

KJ56 BGE has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.

Is KJ56 BGE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ56 BGE 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 BGE?

KJ56 BGE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.