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 17 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 69,888 miles on the clock, averaging 3,047 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 NV56 SMU
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 | 69,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,875 |
| Average per year | 3,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | NV56 SMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NV56 SMU
What car is NV56 SMU?
NV56 SMU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stockton in 2007.
What is the mileage of NV56 SMU?
The last recorded mileage for NV56 SMU was 69,888 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV56 SMU passed its MOT?
NV56 SMU has had 17 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (17 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2026.
Is NV56 SMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV56 SMU 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 NV56 SMU?
NV56 SMU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.