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KM56 TXA

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Luton, 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 89,825 miles on the clock, averaging 3,490 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 KM56 TXA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
89,825
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,490

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,825 miles
Reading date
Miles last year45
Average per year3,490
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM56 TXA 33k47k62k76k90k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,825 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,780 miles
Since last MOT+1,662 miles
PASS
Mileage88,118 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,116 miles
Since last MOT+1,698 miles
PASS
Mileage86,418 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,417 miles
Since last MOT+2,603 miles
PASS
Mileage83,814 miles
Since last MOT+3,096 miles
PASS
Mileage80,718 miles
Since last MOT+2,148 miles
PASS
Mileage78,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,570 miles
Since last MOT+1,020 miles
PASS
Mileage77,550 miles
Since last MOT+412 miles
PASS
Mileage77,138 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,138 miles
Since last MOT+1,980 miles
PASS
Mileage75,158 miles
Since last MOT+5,320 miles
PASS
Mileage69,838 miles
Since last MOT+17,836 miles
PASS
Mileage52,002 miles
Since last MOT+5,200 miles
PASS
Mileage46,802 miles
Since last MOT+1,716 miles
PASS
Mileage45,086 miles
Since last MOT+4,342 miles
PASS
Mileage40,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,460 miles
PASS
Mileage38,284 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,283 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage33,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,195 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

RegistrationKM56 TXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KM56 TXA

What car is KM56 TXA?

KM56 TXA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KM56 TXA?

The last recorded mileage for KM56 TXA was 89,825 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM56 TXA passed its MOT?

KM56 TXA has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.

Is KM56 TXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 TXA 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 KM56 TXA?

KM56 TXA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.