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 1422cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 108,526 miles on the clock, averaging 6,550 miles per year, below 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 PO56 YSX
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
Below average| Latest reading | 108,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,550 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PO56 YSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PO56 YSX
What car is PO56 YSX?
PO56 YSX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PO56 YSX?
The last recorded mileage for PO56 YSX was 108,526 miles, recorded on 1 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO56 YSX passed its MOT?
PO56 YSX has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2024.
Is PO56 YSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO56 YSX 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 YSX?
PO56 YSX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.