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 1800cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 116,264 miles on the clock, averaging 5,911 miles per year, below 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 VDM
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 | 116,264 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,183 |
| Average per year | 5,911 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VDM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1800cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 VDM
What car is RA56 VDM?
RA56 VDM is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1800cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RA56 VDM?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 VDM was 116,264 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 VDM passed its MOT?
RA56 VDM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2024.
Is RA56 VDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 VDM 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 RA56 VDM?
RA56 VDM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.