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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 109,040 miles on the clock, averaging 5,063 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 OW56 ELX
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
Below average| Latest reading | 109,040 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,204 |
| Average per year | 5,063 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW56 ELX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OW56 ELX
What car is OW56 ELX?
OW56 ELX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OW56 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for OW56 ELX was 109,040 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW56 ELX passed its MOT?
OW56 ELX has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is OW56 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW56 ELX 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 OW56 ELX?
OW56 ELX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.