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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 148,523 miles on the clock, averaging 8,052 miles per year, around 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 RO56 HXB
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
About average| Latest reading | 148,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 270 |
| Average per year | 8,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RO56 HXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RO56 HXB
What car is RO56 HXB?
RO56 HXB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO56 HXB?
The last recorded mileage for RO56 HXB was 148,523 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO56 HXB passed its MOT?
RO56 HXB has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is RO56 HXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO56 HXB 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 RO56 HXB?
RO56 HXB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.