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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 128,407 miles on the clock, averaging 6,404 miles per year, 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 UGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,835 |
| Average per year | 6,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 UGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 UGU
What car is RK56 UGU?
RK56 UGU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 UGU?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 UGU was 128,407 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 UGU passed its MOT?
RK56 UGU has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is RK56 UGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 UGU 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 UGU?
RK56 UGU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.