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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 95,570 miles on the clock, averaging 5,956 miles per year, 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 GK09 ULZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,570 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 54 |
| Average per year | 5,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GK09 ULZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GK09 ULZ
What car is GK09 ULZ?
GK09 ULZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK09 ULZ?
The last recorded mileage for GK09 ULZ was 95,570 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK09 ULZ passed its MOT?
GK09 ULZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is GK09 ULZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK09 ULZ 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 GK09 ULZ?
GK09 ULZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.