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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 85,115 miles on the clock, averaging 5,662 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 YS52 ULB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,115 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 108 |
| Average per year | 5,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YS52 ULB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YS52 ULB
What car is YS52 ULB?
YS52 ULB is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YS52 ULB?
The last recorded mileage for YS52 ULB was 85,115 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS52 ULB passed its MOT?
YS52 ULB has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2016.
Is YS52 ULB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS52 ULB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YS52 ULB?
YS52 ULB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.