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 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 167,209 miles on the clock, averaging 8,057 miles per year, around 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 VFC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,057 |
| 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 | SY56 VFC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SY56 VFC
What car is SY56 VFC?
SY56 VFC is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY56 VFC?
The last recorded mileage for SY56 VFC was 167,209 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY56 VFC passed its MOT?
SY56 VFC has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is SY56 VFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 VFC 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 VFC?
SY56 VFC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.