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SY06 OEF

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Red Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 31,138 miles on the clock, averaging 1,554 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 SY06 OEF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
31,138
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
1,554

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading31,138 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,688
Average per year1,554
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY06 OEF 5k11k18k25k31k '09'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,138 miles
Since last MOT+3,688 miles
PASS
Mileage27,450 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,446 miles
Since last MOT+4,234 miles
PASS
Mileage23,212 miles
Since last MOT+813 miles
PASS
Mileage22,399 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,399 miles
Since last MOT+891 miles
PASS
Mileage21,508 miles
Since last MOT+603 miles
PASS
Mileage20,905 miles
Since last MOT+637 miles
PASS
Mileage20,268 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage19,036 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,031 miles
Since last MOT+3,130 miles
PASS
Mileage15,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,620 miles
PASS
Mileage14,281 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,277 miles
Since last MOT+1,840 miles
PASS
Mileage12,437 miles
Since last MOT+980 miles
PASS
Mileage11,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,300 miles
PASS
Mileage10,157 miles
Since last MOT+649 miles
PASS
Mileage9,508 miles
Since last MOT+998 miles
PASS
Mileage8,510 miles
Since last MOT+1,220 miles
PASS
Mileage7,290 miles
Since last MOT+1,101 miles
PASS
Mileage6,189 miles
Since last MOT+1,406 miles
PASS
Mileage4,783 miles

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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

RegistrationSY06 OEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SY06 OEF

What car is SY06 OEF?

SY06 OEF is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.

What is the mileage of SY06 OEF?

The last recorded mileage for SY06 OEF was 31,138 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY06 OEF passed its MOT?

SY06 OEF has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2026.

Is SY06 OEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY06 OEF 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 SY06 OEF?

SY06 OEF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.