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 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 85,070 miles on the clock, averaging 3,582 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 MA56 HBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,070 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,388 |
| Average per year | 3,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA56 HBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MA56 HBU
What car is MA56 HBU?
MA56 HBU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA56 HBU?
The last recorded mileage for MA56 HBU was 85,070 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA56 HBU passed its MOT?
MA56 HBU has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.
Is MA56 HBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA56 HBU 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 MA56 HBU?
MA56 HBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.