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 2019 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 36,693 miles on the clock, averaging 5,041 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 TSI engine is known for 1. carbon buildup on intake valves and 2. turbocharger actuator/wastegate linkage failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include infotainment system glitches and component affected.
MOT & Mileage History for YH19 EXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 36,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,290 |
| Average per year | 5,041 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2017–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Infotainment System Glitches
Component affected
What goes wrong
Symptoms
1. Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves
Direct-injection petrol engines like the CHZB lack fuel spray across the intake valves during the induction stroke. Without this natural cleaning action, carbon deposits accumulate on the valve stems and seats, restricting airflow.[2]
2. Turbocharger Actuator/Wastegate Linkage Failure
The actuator linkage connecting the wastegate solenoid to the wastegate valve becomes faulty or loose, causing loss of boost control. Many repair shops misdiagnose this as full turbocharger failure and recommend a costly replacement (€1,000+) when only the actuator arm needs repair (€150).[3]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YH19 EXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 19 — March 2019 to August 2019 |
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About YH19 EXR
What car is YH19 EXR?
YH19 EXR is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Leeds in 2019.
What is the mileage of YH19 EXR?
The last recorded mileage for YH19 EXR was 36,693 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH19 EXR passed its MOT?
YH19 EXR has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Feb 2026.
Is YH19 EXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH19 EXR 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 YH19 EXR?
YH19 EXR is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.