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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 96,075 miles on the clock, averaging 5,753 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 AJ59 YDM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,075 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,857 |
| Average per year | 5,753 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AJ59 YDM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AJ59 YDM
What car is AJ59 YDM?
AJ59 YDM is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2009.
What is the mileage of AJ59 YDM?
The last recorded mileage for AJ59 YDM was 96,075 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ59 YDM passed its MOT?
AJ59 YDM has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is AJ59 YDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ59 YDM 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 AJ59 YDM?
AJ59 YDM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.