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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 157,053 miles on the clock, averaging 12,238 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 YK09 VYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,231 |
| Average per year | 12,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YK09 VYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YK09 VYS
What car is YK09 VYS?
YK09 VYS is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YK09 VYS?
The last recorded mileage for YK09 VYS was 157,053 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK09 VYS passed its MOT?
YK09 VYS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2022.
Is YK09 VYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK09 VYS 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 YK09 VYS?
YK09 VYS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.