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YR06 VMY

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 157,886 miles on the clock, averaging 6,649 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for YR06 VMY

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,886
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,649

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading157,886 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,649
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR06 VMY 51k78k105k131k158k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,886 miles
Since last MOT+15,064 miles
PASS
Mileage142,822 miles
Since last MOT+3,874 miles
PASS
Mileage138,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,829 miles
PASS
Mileage135,119 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,119 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage130,289 miles
Since last MOT+3,403 miles
PASS
Mileage126,886 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,883 miles
Since last MOT+6,670 miles
PASS
Mileage120,213 miles
Since last MOT+6,748 miles
PASS
Mileage113,465 miles
Since last MOT+7,240 miles
PASS
Mileage106,225 miles
Since last MOT+8,382 miles
PASS
Mileage97,843 miles
Since last MOT+10,762 miles
PASS
Mileage87,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,081 miles
Since last MOT+7,289 miles
PASS
Mileage79,792 miles
Since last MOT+5,588 miles
PASS
Mileage74,204 miles
Since last MOT+3,230 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,974 miles
Since last MOT+2,892 miles
PASS
Mileage68,082 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,082 miles
Since last MOT+3,726 miles
PASS
Mileage64,356 miles
Since last MOT+13,061 miles
PASS
Mileage51,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,295 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 VMY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About YR06 VMY

What car is YR06 VMY?

YR06 VMY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.

What is the mileage of YR06 VMY?

The last recorded mileage for YR06 VMY was 157,886 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR06 VMY passed its MOT?

YR06 VMY has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2025.

Is YR06 VMY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR06 VMY 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 YR06 VMY?

YR06 VMY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.