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WL06 KCJ

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Truro, West of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1400cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 105,043 miles on the clock, averaging 5,123 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WL06 KCJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,043
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
5,123

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

Below average
Latest reading105,043 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year5,123
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL06 KCJ 22k43k64k84k105k '09'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,043 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,039 miles
Since last MOT+7,853 miles
PASS
Mileage97,186 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,109 miles
Since last MOT+15,926 miles
PASS
Mileage81,183 miles
Since last MOT+1,903 miles
PASS
Mileage79,280 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,278 miles
Since last MOT+2,488 miles
PASS
Mileage76,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,790 miles
Since last MOT+1,656 miles
PASS
Mileage75,134 miles
Since last MOT+3,150 miles
PASS
Mileage71,984 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,984 miles
Since last MOT+3,386 miles
PASS
Mileage68,598 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,594 miles
Since last MOT+2,921 miles
PASS
Mileage65,673 miles
Since last MOT+5,091 miles
PASS
Mileage60,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,165 miles
PASS
Mileage56,417 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage49,468 miles
Since last MOT+3,663 miles
PASS
Mileage45,805 miles
Since last MOT+5,686 miles
PASS
Mileage40,119 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,119 miles
Since last MOT+5,280 miles
PASS
Mileage34,839 miles
Since last MOT+6,356 miles
PASS
Mileage28,483 miles
Since last MOT+6,000 miles
PASS
Mileage22,483 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL06 KCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About WL06 KCJ

What car is WL06 KCJ?

WL06 KCJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1400cc). First registered in Truro in 2006.

What is the mileage of WL06 KCJ?

The last recorded mileage for WL06 KCJ was 105,043 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL06 KCJ passed its MOT?

WL06 KCJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2025.

Is WL06 KCJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL06 KCJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WL06 KCJ?

WL06 KCJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.