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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 81,472 miles on the clock, averaging 6,501 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 YB51 PVU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 217 |
| Average per year | 6,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YB51 PVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YB51 PVU
What car is YB51 PVU?
YB51 PVU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YB51 PVU?
The last recorded mileage for YB51 PVU was 81,472 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB51 PVU passed its MOT?
YB51 PVU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2014.
Is YB51 PVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 PVU 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 YB51 PVU?
YB51 PVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.