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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 53,504 miles on the clock, averaging 3,143 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 BD09 YBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BD09 YBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BD09 YBU
What car is BD09 YBU?
BD09 YBU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BD09 YBU?
The last recorded mileage for BD09 YBU was 53,504 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD09 YBU passed its MOT?
BD09 YBU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2026.
Is BD09 YBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD09 YBU 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 BD09 YBU?
BD09 YBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.