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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 98,497 miles on the clock, averaging 5,233 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 MW56 FRJ
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
Below average| Latest reading | 98,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 576 |
| Average per year | 5,233 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MW56 FRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MW56 FRJ
What car is MW56 FRJ?
MW56 FRJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MW56 FRJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 FRJ was 98,497 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 FRJ passed its MOT?
MW56 FRJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2024.
Is MW56 FRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 FRJ 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 MW56 FRJ?
MW56 FRJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.