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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 82,637 miles on the clock, averaging 3,686 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 MM56 GKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,637 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,305 |
| Average per year | 3,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | MM56 GKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MM56 GKU
What car is MM56 GKU?
MM56 GKU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MM56 GKU?
The last recorded mileage for MM56 GKU was 82,637 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM56 GKU passed its MOT?
MM56 GKU has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is MM56 GKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM56 GKU 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 MM56 GKU?
MM56 GKU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.