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 999cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 67,422 miles on the clock, averaging 4,066 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 YV51 VXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,422 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,464 |
| Average per year | 4,066 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YV51 VXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YV — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YV51 VXW
What car is YV51 VXW?
YV51 VXW is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Beverley in 2002.
What is the mileage of YV51 VXW?
The last recorded mileage for YV51 VXW was 67,422 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YV51 VXW passed its MOT?
YV51 VXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2018.
Is YV51 VXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YV51 VXW 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 YV51 VXW?
YV51 VXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.