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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 160,043 miles on the clock, averaging 9,086 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 MK56 EOY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,086 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MK56 EOY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MK56 EOY
What car is MK56 EOY?
MK56 EOY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 EOY?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 EOY was 160,043 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 EOY passed its MOT?
MK56 EOY has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2025.
Is MK56 EOY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 EOY 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 MK56 EOY?
MK56 EOY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.