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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 86,323 miles on the clock, averaging 5,395 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 SM56 HDE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,938 |
| Average per year | 5,395 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SM56 HDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 HDE
What car is SM56 HDE?
SM56 HDE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 HDE?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 HDE was 86,323 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 HDE passed its MOT?
SM56 HDE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2018.
Is SM56 HDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 HDE 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 HDE?
SM56 HDE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.