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 1200cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 96,400 miles on the clock, averaging 6,671 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 YN52 BYD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,317 |
| Average per year | 6,671 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YN52 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YN52 BYD
What car is YN52 BYD?
YN52 BYD is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YN52 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for YN52 BYD was 96,400 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN52 BYD passed its MOT?
YN52 BYD has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2018.
Is YN52 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN52 BYD 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 YN52 BYD?
YN52 BYD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.