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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 134,531 miles on the clock, averaging 8,347 miles per year, around 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 EF09 PAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 8,347 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EF09 PAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EF09 PAO
What car is EF09 PAO?
EF09 PAO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EF09 PAO?
The last recorded mileage for EF09 PAO was 134,531 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF09 PAO passed its MOT?
EF09 PAO has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is EF09 PAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF09 PAO 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 PAO?
EF09 PAO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.