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LT56 XGY

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 169,548 miles on the clock, averaging 10,149 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LT56 XGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,548
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
10,149

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,548 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,552
Average per year10,149
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT56 XGY 11k51k90k130k170k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage169,548 miles
Since last MOT+14,552 miles
PASS
Mileage154,996 miles
Since last MOT+14,223 miles
PASS
Mileage140,773 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,770 miles
Since last MOT+6,360 miles
PASS
Mileage134,410 miles
Since last MOT+5,530 miles
PASS
Mileage128,880 miles
Since last MOT+2,880 miles
PASS
Mileage126,000 miles
Since last MOT+7,415 miles
PASS
Mileage118,585 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,585 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,538 miles
Since last MOT+9,742 miles
PASS
Mileage108,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,796 miles
Since last MOT+12,790 miles
PASS
Mileage96,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,006 miles
Since last MOT+12,611 miles
PASS
Mileage83,395 miles
Since last MOT+14,364 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,031 miles
Since last MOT+10,127 miles
PASS
Mileage58,904 miles
Since last MOT+10,900 miles
PASS
Mileage48,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,004 miles
Since last MOT+11,961 miles
PASS
Mileage36,043 miles
Since last MOT+11,981 miles
PASS
Mileage24,062 miles
Since last MOT+4,259 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,803 miles
Since last MOT+8,638 miles
PASS
Mileage11,165 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 XGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About LT56 XGY

What car is LT56 XGY?

LT56 XGY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.

What is the mileage of LT56 XGY?

The last recorded mileage for LT56 XGY was 169,548 miles, recorded on 17 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT56 XGY passed its MOT?

LT56 XGY has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 17 May 2025.

Is LT56 XGY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT56 XGY 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 LT56 XGY?

LT56 XGY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.