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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 56,018 miles on the clock, averaging 3,014 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 BB09 ELA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,418 |
| Average per year | 3,014 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BB09 ELA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BB — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BB09 ELA
What car is BB09 ELA?
BB09 ELA is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BB09 ELA?
The last recorded mileage for BB09 ELA was 56,018 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BB09 ELA passed its MOT?
BB09 ELA has had 14 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (14 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is BB09 ELA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BB09 ELA 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 BB09 ELA?
BB09 ELA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.