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GJ59 BHE

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 87,030 miles on the clock, averaging 4,787 miles per year, well below 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 GJ59 BHE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
87,030
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2012
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,787

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,030 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,787
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ59 BHE 23k39k55k71k87k '12'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,030 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,028 miles
Since last MOT+3,096 miles
PASS
Mileage83,932 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,932 miles
Since last MOT+4,097 miles
PASS
Mileage79,835 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,832 miles
Since last MOT+2,611 miles
PASS
Mileage77,221 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,219 miles
Since last MOT+4,863 miles
PASS
Mileage72,356 miles
Since last MOT+3,675 miles
PASS
Mileage68,681 miles
Since last MOT+6,215 miles
PASS
Mileage62,466 miles
Since last MOT+5,442 miles
PASS
Mileage57,024 miles
Since last MOT+1,798 miles
PASS
Mileage55,226 miles
Since last MOT+3,370 miles
PASS
Mileage51,856 miles
Since last MOT+6,278 miles
PASS
Mileage45,578 miles
Since last MOT+8,483 miles
PASS
Mileage37,095 miles
Since last MOT+7,217 miles
PASS
Mileage29,878 miles
Since last MOT+6,426 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,452 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

RegistrationGJ59 BHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About GJ59 BHE

What car is GJ59 BHE?

GJ59 BHE is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.

What is the mileage of GJ59 BHE?

The last recorded mileage for GJ59 BHE was 87,030 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ59 BHE passed its MOT?

GJ59 BHE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2025.

Is GJ59 BHE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ59 BHE 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 GJ59 BHE?

GJ59 BHE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.