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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 147,663 miles on the clock, averaging 15,799 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 RE56 BYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,663 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,625 |
| Average per year | 15,799 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RE56 BYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RE56 BYR
What car is RE56 BYR?
RE56 BYR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RE56 BYR?
The last recorded mileage for RE56 BYR was 147,663 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE56 BYR passed its MOT?
RE56 BYR has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2016.
Is RE56 BYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE56 BYR 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 RE56 BYR?
RE56 BYR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.