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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 154,881 miles on the clock, averaging 8,687 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PO56 XMG
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
About average| Latest reading | 154,881 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 252 |
| Average per year | 8,687 |
| 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 | PO56 XMG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PO56 XMG
What car is PO56 XMG?
PO56 XMG is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PO56 XMG?
The last recorded mileage for PO56 XMG was 154,881 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO56 XMG passed its MOT?
PO56 XMG has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2022.
Is PO56 XMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO56 XMG 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 PO56 XMG?
PO56 XMG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.