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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 135,050 miles on the clock, averaging 9,950 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MW56 YMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,950 |
| 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 | MW56 YMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MW56 YMS
What car is MW56 YMS?
MW56 YMS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 YMS?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 YMS was 135,050 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 YMS passed its MOT?
MW56 YMS has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2020.
Is MW56 YMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 YMS 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 MW56 YMS?
MW56 YMS is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.