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LG56 WLV

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 97,034 miles on the clock, averaging 4,799 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 LG56 WLV

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,034
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
4,799

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

Low mileage
Latest reading97,034 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,799
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG56 WLV 21k40k59k78k97k '09'25'17

Check LG56 WLV

Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,034 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,034 miles
Since last MOT+6,679 miles
PASS
Mileage90,355 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,355 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage84,582 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,651 miles
PASS
Mileage79,931 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,927 miles
Since last MOT+4,640 miles
PASS
Mileage75,287 miles
Since last MOT+4,077 miles
PASS
Mileage71,210 miles
Since last MOT+4,899 miles
PASS
Mileage66,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,311 miles
Since last MOT+4,371 miles
PASS
Mileage61,940 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,939 miles
Since last MOT+5,984 miles
PASS
Mileage55,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,328 miles
PASS
Mileage49,627 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,627 miles
Since last MOT+5,007 miles
PASS
Mileage44,620 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,603 miles
Since last MOT+3,962 miles
PASS
Mileage40,641 miles
Since last MOT+3,945 miles
PASS
Mileage36,696 miles
Since last MOT+2,387 miles
PASS
Mileage34,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,309 miles
Since last MOT+6,092 miles
PASS
Mileage28,217 miles
Since last MOT+6,106 miles
PASS
Mileage22,111 miles
Since last MOT+1,228 miles
PASS
Mileage20,883 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

RegistrationLG56 WLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About LG56 WLV

What car is LG56 WLV?

LG56 WLV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.

What is the mileage of LG56 WLV?

The last recorded mileage for LG56 WLV was 97,034 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG56 WLV passed its MOT?

LG56 WLV has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2025.

Is LG56 WLV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG56 WLV 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 LG56 WLV?

LG56 WLV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.