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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 103,067 miles on the clock, averaging 9,465 miles per year, above 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 LD56 LWS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,954 |
| Average per year | 9,465 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | LD56 LWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About LD56 LWS
What car is LD56 LWS?
LD56 LWS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.
What is the mileage of LD56 LWS?
The last recorded mileage for LD56 LWS was 103,067 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD56 LWS passed its MOT?
LD56 LWS has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2018.
Is LD56 LWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD56 LWS 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 LD56 LWS?
LD56 LWS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.