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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 80,994 miles on the clock, averaging 3,436 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 YX55 VRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,373 |
| Average per year | 3,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | YX55 VRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YX — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YX55 VRD
What car is YX55 VRD?
YX55 VRD is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YX55 VRD?
The last recorded mileage for YX55 VRD was 80,994 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YX55 VRD passed its MOT?
YX55 VRD has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 27 Nov 2024.
Is YX55 VRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YX55 VRD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YX55 VRD?
YX55 VRD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.