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 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 75,221 miles on the clock, averaging 7,129 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GK09 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,538 |
| Average per year | 7,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK09 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 XLM
What car is GK09 XLM?
GK09 XLM is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK09 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for GK09 XLM was 75,221 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK09 XLM passed its MOT?
GK09 XLM has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Jun 2019.
Is GK09 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK09 XLM 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 XLM?
GK09 XLM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.