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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 98,883 miles on the clock, averaging 5,328 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 SM56 KAZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 5,328 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 KAZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 KAZ
What car is SM56 KAZ?
SM56 KAZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 KAZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 KAZ was 98,883 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 KAZ passed its MOT?
SM56 KAZ has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is SM56 KAZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 KAZ 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 KAZ?
SM56 KAZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.