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 2011 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 77,208 miles on the clock, averaging 3,958 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 GY61 VBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,208 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,421 |
| Average per year | 3,958 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY61 VBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GY61 VBN
What car is GY61 VBN?
GY61 VBN is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.
What is the mileage of GY61 VBN?
The last recorded mileage for GY61 VBN was 77,208 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY61 VBN passed its MOT?
GY61 VBN has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.
Is GY61 VBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY61 VBN 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 GY61 VBN?
GY61 VBN is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.