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 Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 135,973 miles on the clock, averaging 7,882 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YL51 PVV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,973 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,845 |
| Average per year | 7,882 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL51 PVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 PVV
What car is YL51 PVV?
YL51 PVV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YL51 PVV?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 PVV was 135,973 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 PVV passed its MOT?
YL51 PVV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 23 Sep 2017.
Is YL51 PVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 PVV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL51 PVV?
YL51 PVV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.