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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 159,207 miles on the clock, averaging 9,199 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BJ59 TPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | BJ59 TPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BJ59 TPU
What car is BJ59 TPU?
BJ59 TPU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BJ59 TPU?
The last recorded mileage for BJ59 TPU was 159,207 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ59 TPU passed its MOT?
BJ59 TPU has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is BJ59 TPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ59 TPU 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 BJ59 TPU?
BJ59 TPU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.