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FL09 XPU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 148,411 miles on the clock, averaging 10,020 miles per year, above 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 FL09 XPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,411
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,020

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,411 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,778
Average per year10,020
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL09 XPU 23k54k86k117k148k '12'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,411 miles
Since last MOT+7,778 miles
PASS
Mileage140,633 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,632 miles
Since last MOT+5,782 miles
PASS
Mileage134,850 miles
Since last MOT+3,355 miles
PASS
Mileage131,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,495 miles
Since last MOT+8,652 miles
PASS
Mileage122,843 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,483 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage117,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,107 miles
PASS
Mileage107,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,852 miles
PASS
Mileage103,347 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,347 miles
Since last MOT+10,753 miles
PASS
Mileage92,594 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,502 miles
Since last MOT+11,281 miles
PASS
Mileage81,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,221 miles
Since last MOT+12,957 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,264 miles
Since last MOT+19,198 miles
PASS
Mileage49,066 miles
Since last MOT+11,362 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,704 miles
Since last MOT+14,772 miles
PASS
Mileage22,932 miles

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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

RegistrationFL09 XPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About FL09 XPU

What car is FL09 XPU?

FL09 XPU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.

What is the mileage of FL09 XPU?

The last recorded mileage for FL09 XPU was 148,411 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL09 XPU passed its MOT?

FL09 XPU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2024.

Is FL09 XPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL09 XPU 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 FL09 XPU?

FL09 XPU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.