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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 71,768 miles on the clock, averaging 9,510 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 SO06 XBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,768 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 81 |
| Average per year | 9,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SO06 XBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SO06 XBW
What car is SO06 XBW?
SO06 XBW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 XBW?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 XBW was 71,768 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 XBW passed its MOT?
SO06 XBW has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2016.
Is SO06 XBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 XBW 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 XBW?
SO06 XBW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.