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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 69,245 miles on the clock, averaging 3,310 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 RK56 OMC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,776 |
| Average per year | 3,310 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RK56 OMC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 OMC
What car is RK56 OMC?
RK56 OMC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 OMC?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 OMC was 69,245 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 OMC passed its MOT?
RK56 OMC has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.
Is RK56 OMC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 OMC 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 RK56 OMC?
RK56 OMC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.