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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 36,738 miles on the clock, averaging 1,556 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 SH56 XSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,556 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 XSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 XSU
What car is SH56 XSU?
SH56 XSU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SH56 XSU?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 XSU was 36,738 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 XSU passed its MOT?
SH56 XSU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is SH56 XSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 XSU 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 SH56 XSU?
SH56 XSU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.