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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 105,393 miles on the clock, averaging 6,191 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SY61 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 411 |
| Average per year | 6,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY61 VBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About SY61 VBL
What car is SY61 VBL?
SY61 VBL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2011.
What is the mileage of SY61 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for SY61 VBL was 105,393 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY61 VBL passed its MOT?
SY61 VBL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.
Is SY61 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY61 VBL 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 SY61 VBL?
SY61 VBL is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.