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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 85,985 miles on the clock, averaging 3,667 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 PE56 MXS
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 | 85,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 3,667 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | PE56 MXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PE56 MXS
What car is PE56 MXS?
PE56 MXS is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PE56 MXS?
The last recorded mileage for PE56 MXS was 85,985 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE56 MXS passed its MOT?
PE56 MXS has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is PE56 MXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 MXS 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 PE56 MXS?
PE56 MXS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.