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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 161,374 miles on the clock, averaging 11,224 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PK56 SMO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,823 |
| Average per year | 11,224 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | PK56 SMO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PK56 SMO
What car is PK56 SMO?
PK56 SMO is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PK56 SMO?
The last recorded mileage for PK56 SMO was 161,374 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK56 SMO passed its MOT?
PK56 SMO has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2022.
Is PK56 SMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 SMO 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 PK56 SMO?
PK56 SMO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.