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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 78,519 miles on the clock, averaging 8,665 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SB56 UNK
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 | 78,519 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,665 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SB56 UNK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SB56 UNK
What car is SB56 UNK?
SB56 UNK is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SB56 UNK?
The last recorded mileage for SB56 UNK was 78,519 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB56 UNK passed its MOT?
SB56 UNK has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Dec 2017.
Is SB56 UNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB56 UNK 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 SB56 UNK?
SB56 UNK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.