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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 42,521 miles on the clock, averaging 1,876 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 YY56 HWD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,420 |
| Average per year | 1,876 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | YY56 HWD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YY56 HWD
What car is YY56 HWD?
YY56 HWD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 HWD?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 HWD was 42,521 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 HWD passed its MOT?
YY56 HWD has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2026.
Is YY56 HWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 HWD 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 HWD?
YY56 HWD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.