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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 124,687 miles on the clock, averaging 5,529 miles per year, 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 YB04 AEL
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
Below average| Latest reading | 124,687 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 218 |
| Average per year | 5,529 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | YB04 AEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About YB04 AEL
What car is YB04 AEL?
YB04 AEL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YB04 AEL?
The last recorded mileage for YB04 AEL was 124,687 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB04 AEL passed its MOT?
YB04 AEL has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2025.
Is YB04 AEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB04 AEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YB04 AEL?
YB04 AEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.