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 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 86,892 miles on the clock, averaging 4,249 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 NL56 VJJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,892 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,249 |
| 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 | NL56 VJJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 VJJ
What car is NL56 VJJ?
NL56 VJJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VJJ?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VJJ was 86,892 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VJJ passed its MOT?
NL56 VJJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2023.
Is NL56 VJJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VJJ 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 NL56 VJJ?
NL56 VJJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.