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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 115,228 miles on the clock, averaging 8,262 miles per year, around 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 GL09 BYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,228 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,844 |
| Average per year | 8,262 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GL09 BYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GL09 BYA
What car is GL09 BYA?
GL09 BYA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GL09 BYA?
The last recorded mileage for GL09 BYA was 115,228 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL09 BYA passed its MOT?
GL09 BYA has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Dec 2023.
Is GL09 BYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL09 BYA 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 GL09 BYA?
GL09 BYA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.