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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 167,252 miles on the clock, averaging 9,683 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 YA55 YPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,252 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,836 |
| Average per year | 9,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YA55 YPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YA55 YPU
What car is YA55 YPU?
YA55 YPU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YA55 YPU?
The last recorded mileage for YA55 YPU was 167,252 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA55 YPU passed its MOT?
YA55 YPU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2020.
Is YA55 YPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA55 YPU 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 YA55 YPU?
YA55 YPU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.