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 114,734 miles on the clock, averaging 6,738 miles per year, 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 BU59 YSD
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
Below average| Latest reading | 114,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,554 |
| Average per year | 6,738 |
| 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 | BU59 YSD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BU59 YSD
What car is BU59 YSD?
BU59 YSD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BU59 YSD?
The last recorded mileage for BU59 YSD was 114,734 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU59 YSD passed its MOT?
BU59 YSD has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.
Is BU59 YSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU59 YSD 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 BU59 YSD?
BU59 YSD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.