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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 68,382 miles on the clock, averaging 8,502 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 GYW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 68,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,658 |
| Average per year | 8,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 GYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 GYW
What car is YR56 GYW?
YR56 GYW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 GYW?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 GYW was 68,382 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 GYW passed its MOT?
YR56 GYW has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2015.
Is YR56 GYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 GYW 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 GYW?
YR56 GYW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.