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 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 104,880 miles on the clock, averaging 5,676 miles per year, 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 MT56 WML
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,676 |
| 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 | MT56 WML |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MT56 WML
What car is MT56 WML?
MT56 WML is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MT56 WML?
The last recorded mileage for MT56 WML was 104,880 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT56 WML passed its MOT?
MT56 WML has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is MT56 WML ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT56 WML 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 MT56 WML?
MT56 WML is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.