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 1400cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 12 (57% pass rate). It has 136,333 miles on the clock, averaging 6,515 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 SO06 OZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,686 |
| Average per year | 6,515 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | SO06 OZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SO06 OZJ
What car is SO06 OZJ?
SO06 OZJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 OZJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 OZJ was 136,333 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 OZJ passed its MOT?
SO06 OZJ has had 28 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (16 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is SO06 OZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 OZJ 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 SO06 OZJ?
SO06 OZJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.