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LT56 XKA

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 81,135 miles on the clock, averaging 4,128 miles per year, well below 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 XKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,135
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,128

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 reading81,135 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,128
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT56 XKA 34k46k58k69k81k '09'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,135 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,134 miles
Since last MOT+6,173 miles
PASS
Mileage74,961 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,901 miles
Since last MOT+3,968 miles
PASS
Mileage70,933 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,910 miles
Since last MOT+3,106 miles
PASS
Mileage67,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,804 miles
Since last MOT+2,937 miles
PASS
Mileage64,867 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
PASS
Mileage59,047 miles
Since last MOT+224 miles
PASS
Mileage58,823 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
PASS
Mileage58,730 miles
Since last MOT+2,910 miles
PASS
Mileage55,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,271 miles
PASS
Mileage50,549 miles
Since last MOT+5,575 miles
PASS
Mileage44,974 miles
Since last MOT+10,638 miles
PASS
Mileage34,336 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 XKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About LT56 XKA

What car is LT56 XKA?

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

What is the mileage of LT56 XKA?

The last recorded mileage for LT56 XKA was 81,135 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT56 XKA passed its MOT?

LT56 XKA has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2021.

Is LT56 XKA ULEZ compliant?

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

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