Vehicle summary
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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 73,080 miles on the clock, averaging 4,809 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for GU12 YHR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,080 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,983 |
| Average per year | 4,809 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU12 YHR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GU12 YHR
What car is GU12 YHR?
GU12 YHR is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GU12 YHR?
The last recorded mileage for GU12 YHR was 73,080 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU12 YHR passed its MOT?
GU12 YHR has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2026.
Is GU12 YHR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 YHR is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GU12 YHR?
GU12 YHR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.