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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 136,700 miles on the clock, averaging 9,063 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 BYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,267 |
| Average per year | 9,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SM56 BYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 BYP
What car is SM56 BYP?
SM56 BYP is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 BYP?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 BYP was 136,700 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 BYP passed its MOT?
SM56 BYP has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2020.
Is SM56 BYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 BYP 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 SM56 BYP?
SM56 BYP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.