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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 123,532 miles on the clock, averaging 6,779 miles per year, 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 YM55 CTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,532 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 107 |
| Average per year | 6,779 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YM55 CTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YM55 CTU
What car is YM55 CTU?
YM55 CTU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YM55 CTU?
The last recorded mileage for YM55 CTU was 123,532 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM55 CTU passed its MOT?
YM55 CTU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2024.
Is YM55 CTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM55 CTU 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 YM55 CTU?
YM55 CTU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.