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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 104,732 miles on the clock, averaging 5,880 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GY57 YDW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,732 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,880 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY57 YDW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GY57 YDW
What car is GY57 YDW?
GY57 YDW is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GY57 YDW?
The last recorded mileage for GY57 YDW was 104,732 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY57 YDW passed its MOT?
GY57 YDW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2024.
Is GY57 YDW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY57 YDW 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 GY57 YDW?
GY57 YDW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.