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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 119,258 miles on the clock, averaging 4,852 miles per year, well 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 OY55 YBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 119,258 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 670 |
| Average per year | 4,852 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | OY55 YBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OY55 YBP
What car is OY55 YBP?
OY55 YBP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY55 YBP?
The last recorded mileage for OY55 YBP was 119,258 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY55 YBP passed its MOT?
OY55 YBP has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is OY55 YBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 YBP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OY55 YBP?
OY55 YBP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.