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LT56 YRM

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 100,148 miles on the clock, averaging 5,009 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 LT56 YRM

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,148
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2010
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,009

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,148 miles
Reading date
Miles last year830
Average per year5,009
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT56 YRM 23k43k62k81k100k '10'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage100,148 miles
Since last MOT+830 miles
PASS
Mileage99,318 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,088 miles
PASS
Mileage95,227 miles
Since last MOT+4,223 miles
PASS
Mileage91,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,004 miles
Since last MOT+5,663 miles
PASS
Mileage85,341 miles
Since last MOT+5,439 miles
PASS
Mileage79,902 miles
Since last MOT+488 miles
PASS
Mileage79,414 miles
Since last MOT+984 miles
PASS
Mileage78,430 miles
Since last MOT+3,349 miles
PASS
Mileage75,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,081 miles
Since last MOT+4,430 miles
PASS
Mileage70,651 miles
Since last MOT+10,114 miles
PASS
Mileage60,537 miles
Since last MOT+180 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,357 miles
Since last MOT+6,867 miles
PASS
Mileage53,490 miles
Since last MOT+7,719 miles
PASS
Mileage45,771 miles
Since last MOT+10,807 miles
PASS
Mileage34,964 miles
Since last MOT+6,815 miles
PASS
Mileage28,149 miles
Since last MOT+4,756 miles
PASS
Mileage23,393 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

RegistrationLT56 YRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About LT56 YRM

What car is LT56 YRM?

LT56 YRM is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2006.

What is the mileage of LT56 YRM?

The last recorded mileage for LT56 YRM was 100,148 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT56 YRM passed its MOT?

LT56 YRM has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2026.

Is LT56 YRM ULEZ compliant?

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

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