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 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 115,233 miles on the clock, averaging 15,154 miles per year, above 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 LYU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,233 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,154 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 LYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YY56 LYU
What car is YY56 LYU?
YY56 LYU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY56 LYU?
The last recorded mileage for YY56 LYU was 115,233 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY56 LYU passed its MOT?
YY56 LYU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Nov 2014.
Is YY56 LYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY56 LYU 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 LYU?
YY56 LYU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.