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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 71,978 miles on the clock, averaging 4,083 miles per year, well 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 YS57 XRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 4,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YS57 XRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YS57 XRJ
What car is YS57 XRJ?
YS57 XRJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YS57 XRJ?
The last recorded mileage for YS57 XRJ was 71,978 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS57 XRJ passed its MOT?
YS57 XRJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is YS57 XRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS57 XRJ 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 YS57 XRJ?
YS57 XRJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.