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GJ59 SKX

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 55,145 miles on the clock, averaging 3,588 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 SKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,145
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2012
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,588

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 reading55,145 miles
Reading date
Miles last year110
Average per year3,588
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ59 SKX 22k30k39k47k55k '12'21'18

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,145 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,035 miles
Since last MOT+2,083 miles
PASS
Mileage52,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,952 miles
Since last MOT+4,642 miles
PASS
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOT+1,590 miles
PASS
Mileage46,720 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage43,879 miles
Since last MOT+1,821 miles
PASS
Mileage42,058 miles
Since last MOT+2,082 miles
PASS
Mileage39,976 miles
Since last MOT+4,624 miles
PASS
Mileage35,352 miles
Since last MOT+13,172 miles
PASS
Mileage22,180 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 SKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
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 SKX

What car is GJ59 SKX?

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

What is the mileage of GJ59 SKX?

The last recorded mileage for GJ59 SKX was 55,145 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ59 SKX passed its MOT?

GJ59 SKX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2021.

Is GJ59 SKX ULEZ compliant?

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

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