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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 137,789 miles on the clock, averaging 6,981 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 RO06 GUW
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 | 137,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,981 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | RO06 GUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RO06 GUW
What car is RO06 GUW?
RO06 GUW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO06 GUW?
The last recorded mileage for RO06 GUW was 137,789 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO06 GUW passed its MOT?
RO06 GUW has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.
Is RO06 GUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO06 GUW 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 RO06 GUW?
RO06 GUW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.