2006 Volkswagen Polo 1.9L Diesel · WD55 UBP
2006 Volkswagen Polo (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 244,023 miles. MOT expired on 27 Apr 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 244,023 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WD55 UBP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/05/2026
- 244,023 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 16 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WD55 UBP 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 (WD55 UBP) between March 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Leaking under bonnet (3.5 (a))”; “Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))”; “Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”.
WD55 UBP Mileage History
- 30/03/2023222,991 mi
- 18/04/2024232,659 mi+9,668 mi
- 29/04/2024232,983 mi+324 mi
- 07/05/2026244,020 mi+11,037 mi
- 11/05/2026244,023 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 6,751 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
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