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 1400cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 112,618 miles on the clock, averaging 5,842 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OU56 WDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,618 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,842 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU56 WDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OU56 WDV
What car is OU56 WDV?
OU56 WDV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU56 WDV?
The last recorded mileage for OU56 WDV was 112,618 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU56 WDV passed its MOT?
OU56 WDV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2025.
Is OU56 WDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU56 WDV 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 OU56 WDV?
OU56 WDV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.