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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 79,911 miles on the clock, averaging 10,687 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GL09 BYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,694 |
| Average per year | 10,687 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | GL09 BYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 BYB
What car is GL09 BYB?
GL09 BYB is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GL09 BYB?
The last recorded mileage for GL09 BYB was 79,911 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL09 BYB passed its MOT?
GL09 BYB has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2017.
Is GL09 BYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL09 BYB 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 BYB?
GL09 BYB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.