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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 129,772 miles on the clock, averaging 8,381 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SJ56 GRX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,547 |
| Average per year | 8,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SJ56 GRX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SJ56 GRX
What car is SJ56 GRX?
SJ56 GRX is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2006.
What is the mileage of SJ56 GRX?
The last recorded mileage for SJ56 GRX was 129,772 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ56 GRX passed its MOT?
SJ56 GRX has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 23 Feb 2021.
Is SJ56 GRX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ56 GRX 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 SJ56 GRX?
SJ56 GRX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.