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LC56 WHJ

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 83,343 miles on the clock, averaging 2,406 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 LC56 WHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,406

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading83,343 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,406
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC56 WHJ 45k54k64k74k83k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,343 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage80,502 miles
Since last MOT+609 miles
PASS
Mileage79,893 miles
Since last MOT+2,098 miles
PASS
Mileage77,795 miles
Since last MOT+4,631 miles
PASS
Mileage73,164 miles
Since last MOT+144 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,020 miles
Since last MOT+2,194 miles
PASS
Mileage70,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,826 miles
Since last MOT+2,446 miles
PASS
Mileage68,380 miles
Since last MOT+3,948 miles
PASS
Mileage64,432 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage60,845 miles
Since last MOT+796 miles
PASS
Mileage60,049 miles
Since last MOT+5,084 miles
PASS
Mileage54,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,965 miles
Since last MOT+859 miles
PASS
Mileage54,106 miles
Since last MOT+1,101 miles
PASS
Mileage53,005 miles
Since last MOT+1,370 miles
PASS
Mileage51,635 miles
Since last MOT+2,663 miles
PASS
Mileage48,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,103 miles
PASS
Mileage44,869 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 WHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About LC56 WHJ

What car is LC56 WHJ?

LC56 WHJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.

What is the mileage of LC56 WHJ?

The last recorded mileage for LC56 WHJ was 83,343 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC56 WHJ passed its MOT?

LC56 WHJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.

Is LC56 WHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC56 WHJ 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 LC56 WHJ?

LC56 WHJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.