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PE56 OPJ

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 128,279 miles on the clock, averaging 6,769 miles per year, 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 OPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,279
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,769

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading128,279 miles
Reading date
Miles last year887
Average per year6,769
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE56 OPJ 38k60k83k106k128k '09'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,279 miles
Since last MOT+887 miles
PASS
Mileage127,392 miles
Since last MOT+616 miles
PASS
Mileage126,776 miles
Since last MOT+861 miles
PASS
Mileage125,915 miles
Since last MOT+1,045 miles
PASS
Mileage124,870 miles
Since last MOT+1,161 miles
PASS
Mileage123,709 miles
Since last MOT+2,578 miles
PASS
Mileage121,131 miles
Since last MOT+513 miles
PASS
Mileage120,618 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,616 miles
Since last MOT+8,382 miles
PASS
Mileage112,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,234 miles
Since last MOT+14,897 miles
PASS
Mileage97,337 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,335 miles
Since last MOT+8,102 miles
PASS
Mileage89,233 miles
Since last MOT+11,754 miles
PASS
Mileage77,479 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,479 miles
Since last MOT+24,283 miles
PASS
Mileage53,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,196 miles
Since last MOT+15,444 miles
PASS
Mileage37,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,752 miles

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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

RegistrationPE56 OPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About PE56 OPJ

What car is PE56 OPJ?

PE56 OPJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PE56 OPJ?

The last recorded mileage for PE56 OPJ was 128,279 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE56 OPJ passed its MOT?

PE56 OPJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2023.

Is PE56 OPJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 OPJ 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 OPJ?

PE56 OPJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.