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 Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 162,504 miles on the clock, averaging 11,912 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 YB51 WBV
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,912 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 WBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YB51 WBV
What car is YB51 WBV?
YB51 WBV is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YB51 WBV?
The last recorded mileage for YB51 WBV was 162,504 miles, recorded on 8 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB51 WBV passed its MOT?
YB51 WBV has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2015.
Is YB51 WBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB51 WBV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YB51 WBV?
YB51 WBV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.