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LC56 WMJ

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 77,931 miles on the clock, averaging 5,640 miles per year, 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 WMJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,931
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2010
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,640

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

Below average
Latest reading77,931 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,204
Average per year5,640
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC56 WMJ 19k34k49k63k78k '10'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,931 miles
Since last MOT+16,204 miles
PASS
Mileage61,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,727 miles
Since last MOT+15,902 miles
PASS
Mileage45,825 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage43,024 miles
Since last MOT+1,775 miles
PASS
Mileage41,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,249 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage38,004 miles
Since last MOT+3,890 miles
PASS
Mileage34,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,678 miles
PASS
Mileage30,436 miles
Since last MOT+3,658 miles
PASS
Mileage26,778 miles
Since last MOT+4,399 miles
PASS
Mileage22,379 miles
Since last MOT+3,102 miles
PASS
Mileage19,277 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 WMJ
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 WMJ

What car is LC56 WMJ?

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

What is the mileage of LC56 WMJ?

The last recorded mileage for LC56 WMJ was 77,931 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC56 WMJ passed its MOT?

LC56 WMJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2020.

Is LC56 WMJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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