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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 141,464 miles on the clock, averaging 8,012 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 WMW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,012 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 WMW |
| 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 WMW
What car is YR56 WMW?
YR56 WMW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YR56 WMW?
The last recorded mileage for YR56 WMW was 141,464 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR56 WMW passed its MOT?
YR56 WMW has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2024.
Is YR56 WMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR56 WMW 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 WMW?
YR56 WMW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.