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 1400cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 158,884 miles on the clock, averaging 13,174 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 FY09 LWN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,155 |
| Average per year | 13,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FY09 LWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About FY09 LWN
What car is FY09 LWN?
FY09 LWN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2009.
What is the mileage of FY09 LWN?
The last recorded mileage for FY09 LWN was 158,884 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY09 LWN passed its MOT?
FY09 LWN has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 14 Nov 2019.
Is FY09 LWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY09 LWN 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 FY09 LWN?
FY09 LWN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.