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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1900cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 166,169 miles on the clock, averaging 19,341 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 RA56 EJY
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 19,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RA56 EJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 EJY
What car is RA56 EJY?
RA56 EJY is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 EJY?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 EJY was 166,169 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 EJY passed its MOT?
RA56 EJY has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2015.
Is RA56 EJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 EJY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA56 EJY?
RA56 EJY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.