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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 117,195 miles on the clock, averaging 7,375 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YR58 GEK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,195 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,879 |
| Average per year | 7,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YR58 GEK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About YR58 GEK
What car is YR58 GEK?
YR58 GEK is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YR58 GEK?
The last recorded mileage for YR58 GEK was 117,195 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR58 GEK passed its MOT?
YR58 GEK has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.
Is YR58 GEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR58 GEK 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 YR58 GEK?
YR58 GEK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.