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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 66,565 miles on the clock, averaging 4,198 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 SW51 GYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,198 |
| 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 | SW51 GYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SW51 GYT
What car is SW51 GYT?
SW51 GYT is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2002.
What is the mileage of SW51 GYT?
The last recorded mileage for SW51 GYT was 66,565 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW51 GYT passed its MOT?
SW51 GYT has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.
Is SW51 GYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW51 GYT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW51 GYT?
SW51 GYT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.