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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 56,478 miles on the clock, averaging 3,367 miles per year, well 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 SA56 LYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,944 |
| Average per year | 3,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 LYF |
| 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 LYF
What car is SA56 LYF?
SA56 LYF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SA56 LYF?
The last recorded mileage for SA56 LYF was 56,478 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA56 LYF passed its MOT?
SA56 LYF has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2019.
Is SA56 LYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA56 LYF 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 LYF?
SA56 LYF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.