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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 125,149 miles on the clock, averaging 7,619 miles per year, around 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 YT56 MWC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,149 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,772 |
| Average per year | 7,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YT56 MWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YT56 MWC
What car is YT56 MWC?
YT56 MWC is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YT56 MWC?
The last recorded mileage for YT56 MWC was 125,149 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT56 MWC passed its MOT?
YT56 MWC has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 13 Mar 2023.
Is YT56 MWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT56 MWC 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 YT56 MWC?
YT56 MWC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.