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 2019 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 40,929 miles on the clock, averaging 10,684 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 TSI engine is known for 1. carbon buildup on intake valves and 2. turbocharger actuator/wastegate linkage failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include infotainment system glitches and component affected.
MOT & Mileage History for YY69 KBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 40,929 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,684 |
| 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 (2017–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Infotainment System Glitches
Component affected
What goes wrong
Symptoms
1. Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves
Direct-injection petrol engines like the CHZB lack fuel spray across the intake valves during the induction stroke. Without this natural cleaning action, carbon deposits accumulate on the valve stems and seats, restricting airflow.[2]
2. Turbocharger Actuator/Wastegate Linkage Failure
The actuator linkage connecting the wastegate solenoid to the wastegate valve becomes faulty or loose, causing loss of boost control. Many repair shops misdiagnose this as full turbocharger failure and recommend a costly replacement (€1,000+) when only the actuator arm needs repair (€150).[3]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YY69 KBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 69 — September 2019 to February 2020 |
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About YY69 KBJ
What car is YY69 KBJ?
YY69 KBJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Beverley in 2019.
What is the mileage of YY69 KBJ?
The last recorded mileage for YY69 KBJ was 40,929 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY69 KBJ passed its MOT?
YY69 KBJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is YY69 KBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY69 KBJ 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 YY69 KBJ?
YY69 KBJ is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 69 means registered between 1 September 2019 and 28 February 2020.