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 1398cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 73,455 miles on the clock, averaging 4,149 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CJ59 DOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 995 |
| Average per year | 4,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CJ59 DOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CJ — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About CJ59 DOW
What car is CJ59 DOW?
CJ59 DOW is a orange Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2009.
What is the mileage of CJ59 DOW?
The last recorded mileage for CJ59 DOW was 73,455 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CJ59 DOW passed its MOT?
CJ59 DOW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2026.
Is CJ59 DOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CJ59 DOW 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 CJ59 DOW?
CJ59 DOW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.