2006 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · RF56 EDR
2006 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 113,374 miles. MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,374 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
RF56 EDR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2026
- 113,374 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF56 EDR 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 (RF56 EDR) between June 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
RF56 EDR Mileage History
- 27/06/202391,070 mi
- 03/07/202498,131 mi+7,061 mi
- 09/08/2025107,255 mi+9,124 mi
- 09/08/2025107,255 mi
- 15/08/2026113,374 mi+6,119 mi
Average of roughly 7,116 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (RF56 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as RF56EDR.
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
MERCEDES-BENZ
VITO
AUDI
A3
AUDI
A3
AUDI
TT
MITSUBISHI
L200
MITSUBISHI
L200
MITSUBISHI
COLT
MITSUBISHI
COLT
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.