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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 87,006 miles on the clock, averaging 5,363 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 EF09 DZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,006 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,363 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EF09 DZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EF09 DZU
What car is EF09 DZU?
EF09 DZU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EF09 DZU?
The last recorded mileage for EF09 DZU was 87,006 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF09 DZU passed its MOT?
EF09 DZU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is EF09 DZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF09 DZU 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 EF09 DZU?
EF09 DZU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.