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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 79,512 miles on the clock, averaging 5,072 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 YH56 DPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,356 |
| Average per year | 5,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YH56 DPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YH56 DPY
What car is YH56 DPY?
YH56 DPY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YH56 DPY?
The last recorded mileage for YH56 DPY was 79,512 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH56 DPY passed its MOT?
YH56 DPY has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2021.
Is YH56 DPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH56 DPY 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 YH56 DPY?
YH56 DPY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.