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 1390cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 160,431 miles on the clock, averaging 7,653 miles per year, around 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 OY56 LWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,158 |
| Average per year | 7,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | OY56 LWT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 LWT
What car is OY56 LWT?
OY56 LWT is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 LWT?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 LWT was 160,431 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 LWT passed its MOT?
OY56 LWT has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.
Is OY56 LWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 LWT 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 LWT?
OY56 LWT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.