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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 81,578 miles on the clock, averaging 4,297 miles per year, well 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 YK59 GZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | YK59 GZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About YK59 GZV
What car is YK59 GZV?
YK59 GZV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YK59 GZV?
The last recorded mileage for YK59 GZV was 81,578 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK59 GZV passed its MOT?
YK59 GZV has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2025.
Is YK59 GZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK59 GZV 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 YK59 GZV?
YK59 GZV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.