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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 129,541 miles on the clock, averaging 9,113 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SA56 LWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,386 |
| Average per year | 9,113 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SA56 LWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SA56 LWU
What car is SA56 LWU?
SA56 LWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SA56 LWU?
The last recorded mileage for SA56 LWU was 129,541 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA56 LWU passed its MOT?
SA56 LWU has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 27 Jul 2021.
Is SA56 LWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA56 LWU 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 SA56 LWU?
SA56 LWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.