2006 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · B17 ARJ
2006 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 11 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 92,254 miles. MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B17 ARJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 92,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
B17 ARJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Polo (B17 ARJ) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
B17 ARJ Mileage History
- 10/07/202376,612 mi
- 12/07/202376,612 mi
- 24/07/202485,766 mi+9,154 mi
- 24/07/202485,766 mi
- 21/07/202592,254 mi+6,488 mi
Average of roughly 7,702 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Polo Mk4 (9N/9N3)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Electro-Hydraulic Steering PumpSerious
The electro-hydraulic power steering pump (TRW or KOYO) or its wiring loom can fail, leading to intermittent or total loss of steering assistance.
- Timing Chain Rattle (1.2 TSI)Serious
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- Front Wishbone Bush WearModerate
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