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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 138,736 miles on the clock, averaging 7,512 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YR56 GBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,719 |
| Average per year | 7,512 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YR56 GBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YR56 GBY
What car is YR56 GBY?
YR56 GBY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 GBY?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 GBY was 138,736 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 GBY passed its MOT?
YR56 GBY has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2024.
Is YR56 GBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 GBY 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 YR56 GBY?
YR56 GBY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.