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AO56 WTJ

2006 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,581 mi
Last recorded99,581 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Polo64,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 WTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 99,581 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wing rusty

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust box outer skin rusty

Pass 6 Nov 2024 92,917 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing rusty

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

park brake travel long but not excessive

Pass 8 Nov 2023 86,186 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 79,116 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 72,588 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 68,145 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 22 Oct 2019 62,365 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 55,670 miles

front tyre treads starting to perish

Pass 12 Oct 2017 49,207 miles

tyres starting to perish

Pass 18 Oct 2016 43,948 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 37,095 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 31,755 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 26,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 24,031 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 21,013 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 16,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Oct 2009 13,293 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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AO56 WTJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 64,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO56 WTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO56 WTJ registered?

AO56 WTJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is AO56 WTJ safe to buy?

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