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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 42,665 miles on the clock, averaging 1,931 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 MK56 XBZ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,931 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XBZ
What car is MK56 XBZ?
MK56 XBZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 XBZ?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 XBZ was 42,665 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 XBZ passed its MOT?
MK56 XBZ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is MK56 XBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 XBZ 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 XBZ?
MK56 XBZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.