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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 111,281 miles on the clock, averaging 5,218 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 SY56 DLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,281 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,054 |
| Average per year | 5,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SY56 DLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SY56 DLZ
What car is SY56 DLZ?
SY56 DLZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY56 DLZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY56 DLZ was 111,281 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY56 DLZ passed its MOT?
SY56 DLZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2023.
Is SY56 DLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 DLZ 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 SY56 DLZ?
SY56 DLZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.