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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 125,132 miles on the clock, averaging 9,274 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OV56 XHH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,274 |
| 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 | OV56 XHH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 XHH
What car is OV56 XHH?
OV56 XHH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 XHH?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 XHH was 125,132 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 XHH passed its MOT?
OV56 XHH has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2020.
Is OV56 XHH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 XHH 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 OV56 XHH?
OV56 XHH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.