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SL06 XYP

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 95,997 miles on the clock, averaging 6,147 miles per year, below 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 SL06 XYP

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,997
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2009
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,147

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading95,997 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,738
Average per year6,147
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL06 XYP 14k35k55k76k96k '09'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage95,997 miles
Since last MOT+2,738 miles
PASS
Mileage93,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage88,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,358 miles
Since last MOT+6,390 miles
PASS
Mileage81,968 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,929 miles
Since last MOT+8,344 miles
PASS
Mileage73,585 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,535 miles
Since last MOT+8,175 miles
PASS
Mileage65,360 miles
Since last MOT+7,583 miles
PASS
Mileage57,777 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
PASS
Mileage49,798 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
PASS
Mileage49,797 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,797 miles
Since last MOT+7,439 miles
PASS
Mileage42,358 miles
Since last MOT+10,177 miles
PASS
Mileage32,181 miles
Since last MOT+4,658 miles
PASS
Mileage27,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage23,497 miles
Since last MOT+4,968 miles
PASS
Mileage18,529 miles
Since last MOT+4,187 miles
PASS
Mileage14,342 miles

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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

RegistrationSL06 XYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SL06 XYP

What car is SL06 XYP?

SL06 XYP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SL06 XYP?

The last recorded mileage for SL06 XYP was 95,997 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL06 XYP passed its MOT?

SL06 XYP has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 4 Aug 2022.

Is SL06 XYP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL06 XYP 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 SL06 XYP?

SL06 XYP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.