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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 97,902 miles on the clock, averaging 4,443 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SY56 XMM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SY56 XMM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SY56 XMM
What car is SY56 XMM?
SY56 XMM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY56 XMM?
The last recorded mileage for SY56 XMM was 97,902 miles, recorded on 6 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY56 XMM passed its MOT?
SY56 XMM has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2026.
Is SY56 XMM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 XMM 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 XMM?
SY56 XMM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.