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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 84,409 miles on the clock, averaging 4,650 miles per year, well 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 ST56 HFL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,409 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | ST56 HFL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About ST56 HFL
What car is ST56 HFL?
ST56 HFL is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2006.
What is the mileage of ST56 HFL?
The last recorded mileage for ST56 HFL was 84,409 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST56 HFL passed its MOT?
ST56 HFL has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is ST56 HFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST56 HFL 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 ST56 HFL?
ST56 HFL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.