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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 79,626 miles on the clock, averaging 3,412 miles per year, well 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 RA06 OED
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,045 |
| Average per year | 3,412 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA06 OED |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RA06 OED
What car is RA06 OED?
RA06 OED is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RA06 OED?
The last recorded mileage for RA06 OED was 79,626 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA06 OED passed its MOT?
RA06 OED has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is RA06 OED ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA06 OED 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 RA06 OED?
RA06 OED is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.