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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 28,230 miles on the clock, averaging 1,155 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 OY56 HBC
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 | 28,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,010 |
| Average per year | 1,155 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | OY56 HBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 HBC
What car is OY56 HBC?
OY56 HBC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 HBC?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 HBC was 28,230 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 HBC passed its MOT?
OY56 HBC has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.
Is OY56 HBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 HBC 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 OY56 HBC?
OY56 HBC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.