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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 89,290 miles on the clock, averaging 5,168 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 EF59 DPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,290 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,803 |
| Average per year | 5,168 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF59 DPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About EF59 DPY
What car is EF59 DPY?
EF59 DPY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EF59 DPY?
The last recorded mileage for EF59 DPY was 89,290 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF59 DPY passed its MOT?
EF59 DPY has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is EF59 DPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF59 DPY 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 EF59 DPY?
EF59 DPY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.