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 2019 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 25,627 miles on the clock, averaging 3,762 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 TSI engine is known for 1. carbon buildup on intake valves and 2. turbocharger actuator/wastegate linkage failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include infotainment system glitches and component affected.
MOT & Mileage History for YO19 YYE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 25,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,378 |
| Average per year | 3,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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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.
Infotainment System Glitches
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
| Registration | YO19 YYE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YO — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 19 — March 2019 to August 2019 |
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About YO19 YYE
What car is YO19 YYE?
YO19 YYE is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2019.
What is the mileage of YO19 YYE?
The last recorded mileage for YO19 YYE was 25,627 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YO19 YYE passed its MOT?
YO19 YYE has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is YO19 YYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YO19 YYE 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 YO19 YYE?
YO19 YYE is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.