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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 80,274 miles on the clock, averaging 3,353 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 YL55 GXO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,995 |
| Average per year | 3,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | YL55 GXO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YL55 GXO
What car is YL55 GXO?
YL55 GXO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL55 GXO?
The last recorded mileage for YL55 GXO was 80,274 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL55 GXO passed its MOT?
YL55 GXO has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is YL55 GXO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL55 GXO 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 YL55 GXO?
YL55 GXO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.