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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 76,450 miles on the clock, averaging 7,103 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 OVN
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 | 76,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,103 |
| 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 OVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OVN
What car is SM56 OVN?
SM56 OVN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 OVN?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 OVN was 76,450 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 OVN passed its MOT?
SM56 OVN has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2016.
Is SM56 OVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 OVN 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 OVN?
SM56 OVN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.