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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 137,368 miles on the clock, averaging 8,214 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 YY56 HGC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,368 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,214 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YY56 HGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YY56 HGC
What car is YY56 HGC?
YY56 HGC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 HGC?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 HGC was 137,368 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 HGC passed its MOT?
YY56 HGC has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2021.
Is YY56 HGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 HGC 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 YY56 HGC?
YY56 HGC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.