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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 97,980 miles on the clock, averaging 6,872 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 YY54 YYV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,980 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,480 |
| Average per year | 6,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YY54 YYV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YY54 YYV
What car is YY54 YYV?
YY54 YYV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YY54 YYV?
The last recorded mileage for YY54 YYV was 97,980 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY54 YYV passed its MOT?
YY54 YYV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2018.
Is YY54 YYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY54 YYV 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 YY54 YYV?
YY54 YYV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.