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GL09 LZM

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 98,763 miles on the clock, averaging 5,465 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 GL09 LZM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,763
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,465

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,763 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,465
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL09 LZM 25k43k62k80k99k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,763 miles
Since last MOT+2,832 miles
PASS
Mileage95,931 miles
Since last MOT+1,730 miles
PASS
Mileage94,201 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,179 miles
Since last MOT+5,219 miles
PASS
Mileage88,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,960 miles
Since last MOT+3,647 miles
PASS
Mileage85,313 miles
Since last MOT+3,464 miles
PASS
Mileage81,849 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage78,882 miles
Since last MOT+3,583 miles
PASS
Mileage75,299 miles
Since last MOT+6,070 miles
PASS
Mileage69,229 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,229 miles
Since last MOT+5,946 miles
PASS
Mileage63,283 miles
Since last MOT+6,693 miles
PASS
Mileage56,590 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage50,627 miles
Since last MOT+8,621 miles
PASS
Mileage42,006 miles
Since last MOT+7,325 miles
PASS
Mileage34,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,681 miles
Since last MOT+10,149 miles
PASS
Mileage24,532 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 LZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About GL09 LZM

What car is GL09 LZM?

GL09 LZM is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.

What is the mileage of GL09 LZM?

The last recorded mileage for GL09 LZM was 98,763 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL09 LZM passed its MOT?

GL09 LZM has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.

Is GL09 LZM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL09 LZM 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 LZM?

GL09 LZM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.