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YL68 VPA

2018 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 999cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2018
FuelPetrol
Engine999cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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.

MOT & Mileage History for YL68 VPA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,323
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2022
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,372

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading84,323 miles
Reading date
Miles last year122
Average per year12,372
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YL68 VPA 35k47k60k72k84k '22'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,323 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,201 miles
Since last MOT+19,803 miles
PASS
Mileage64,398 miles
Since last MOT+10,408 miles
PASS
Mileage53,990 miles
Since last MOT+4,937 miles
PASS
Mileage49,053 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,052 miles
Since last MOT+14,272 miles
PASS
Mileage34,780 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,732 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2017–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

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Component affected

What goes wrong

Symptoms

1. Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves

Direct-injection petrol engines like the CHZB lack fuel spray across the intake valves during the induction stroke. Without this natural cleaning action, carbon deposits accumulate on the valve stems and seats, restricting airflow.[2]

2. Turbocharger Actuator/Wastegate Linkage Failure

The actuator linkage connecting the wastegate solenoid to the wastegate valve becomes faulty or loose, causing loss of boost control. Many repair shops misdiagnose this as full turbocharger failure and recommend a costly replacement (€1,000+) when only the actuator arm needs repair (€150).[3]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL68 VPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codeYL — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier68 — September 2018 to February 2019

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About YL68 VPA

What car is YL68 VPA?

YL68 VPA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2018.

What is the mileage of YL68 VPA?

The last recorded mileage for YL68 VPA was 84,323 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YL68 VPA passed its MOT?

YL68 VPA has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.

Is YL68 VPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL68 VPA 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 YL68 VPA?

YL68 VPA is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.