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 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 146,689 miles on the clock, averaging 5,706 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 SB56 VCW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,689 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,647 |
| Average per year | 5,706 |
| 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 | SB56 VCW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VCW
What car is SB56 VCW?
SB56 VCW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SB56 VCW?
The last recorded mileage for SB56 VCW was 146,689 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB56 VCW passed its MOT?
SB56 VCW has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Mar 2021.
Is SB56 VCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB56 VCW 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 VCW?
SB56 VCW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.