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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 129,357 miles on the clock, averaging 7,369 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 SL06 XYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,369 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SL06 XYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SL06 XYW
What car is SL06 XYW?
SL06 XYW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL06 XYW?
The last recorded mileage for SL06 XYW was 129,357 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL06 XYW passed its MOT?
SL06 XYW has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2025.
Is SL06 XYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL06 XYW 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 XYW?
SL06 XYW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.