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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 125,266 miles on the clock, averaging 7,934 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BN59 LJX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,123 |
| Average per year | 7,934 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN59 LJX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BN59 LJX
What car is BN59 LJX?
BN59 LJX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BN59 LJX?
The last recorded mileage for BN59 LJX was 125,266 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN59 LJX passed its MOT?
BN59 LJX has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.
Is BN59 LJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN59 LJX 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 BN59 LJX?
BN59 LJX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.