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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 82,858 miles on the clock, averaging 4,740 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 VE56 DYW
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 | 82,858 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,749 |
| Average per year | 4,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | VE56 DYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VE56 DYW
What car is VE56 DYW?
VE56 DYW is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VE56 DYW?
The last recorded mileage for VE56 DYW was 82,858 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE56 DYW passed its MOT?
VE56 DYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is VE56 DYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE56 DYW 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 VE56 DYW?
VE56 DYW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.