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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 119,592 miles on the clock, averaging 6,179 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 KN56 HBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,592 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KN56 HBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About KN56 HBO
What car is KN56 HBO?
KN56 HBO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KN56 HBO?
The last recorded mileage for KN56 HBO was 119,592 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN56 HBO passed its MOT?
KN56 HBO has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2024.
Is KN56 HBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN56 HBO 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 KN56 HBO?
KN56 HBO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.