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RJ06 YXL

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 102,565 miles on the clock, averaging 4,214 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 RJ06 YXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,565
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,214

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,565 miles
Reading date
Miles last year664
Average per year4,214
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ06 YXL 35k52k69k86k103k '09'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,565 miles
Since last MOT+664 miles
PASS
Mileage101,901 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,899 miles
Since last MOT+1,170 miles
PASS
Mileage100,729 miles
Since last MOT+941 miles
PASS
Mileage99,788 miles
Since last MOT+622 miles
PASS
Mileage99,166 miles
Since last MOT+935 miles
PASS
Mileage98,231 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage96,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,713 miles
Since last MOT+1,522 miles
PASS
Mileage95,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,834 miles
PASS
Mileage93,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,357 miles
Since last MOT+1,496 miles
PASS
Mileage91,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,861 miles
Since last MOT+2,124 miles
PASS
Mileage89,737 miles
Since last MOT+7,450 miles
PASS
Mileage82,287 miles
Since last MOT+10,894 miles
PASS
Mileage71,393 miles
Since last MOT+12,057 miles
PASS
Mileage59,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,336 miles
Since last MOT+12,038 miles
PASS
Mileage47,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,298 miles
Since last MOT+12,243 miles
PASS
Mileage35,055 miles

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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

RegistrationRJ06 YXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About RJ06 YXL

What car is RJ06 YXL?

RJ06 YXL is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.

What is the mileage of RJ06 YXL?

The last recorded mileage for RJ06 YXL was 102,565 miles, recorded on 29 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ06 YXL passed its MOT?

RJ06 YXL has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2025.

Is RJ06 YXL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ06 YXL 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 RJ06 YXL?

RJ06 YXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.