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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 101,625 miles on the clock, averaging 4,800 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LB56 TWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,988 |
| Average per year | 4,800 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB56 TWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LB56 TWJ
What car is LB56 TWJ?
LB56 TWJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LB56 TWJ?
The last recorded mileage for LB56 TWJ was 101,625 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB56 TWJ passed its MOT?
LB56 TWJ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.
Is LB56 TWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB56 TWJ 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 LB56 TWJ?
LB56 TWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.