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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 84,081 miles on the clock, averaging 4,449 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 VUD
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 | 84,081 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VUD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VUD
What car is NL56 VUD?
NL56 VUD is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VUD?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VUD was 84,081 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VUD passed its MOT?
NL56 VUD has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2025.
Is NL56 VUD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VUD 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 VUD?
NL56 VUD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.