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GU59 FJY

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Brighton, 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,263 miles on the clock, averaging 6,187 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 GU59 FJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,263
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2012
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,187

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 reading83,263 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,542
Average per year6,187
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU59 FJY 15k32k49k66k83k '12'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,263 miles
Since last MOT+18,542 miles
PASS
Mileage64,721 miles
Since last MOT+4,029 miles
PASS
Mileage60,692 miles
Since last MOT+3,112 miles
PASS
Mileage57,580 miles
Since last MOT+4,842 miles
PASS
Mileage52,738 miles
Since last MOT+132 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,606 miles
Since last MOT+6,350 miles
PASS
Mileage46,256 miles
Since last MOT+8,341 miles
PASS
Mileage37,915 miles
Since last MOT+3,065 miles
PASS
Mileage34,850 miles
Since last MOT+6,620 miles
PASS
Mileage28,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,138 miles
PASS
Mileage23,092 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage18,729 miles
Since last MOT+3,598 miles
PASS
Mileage15,131 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

RegistrationGU59 FJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About GU59 FJY

What car is GU59 FJY?

GU59 FJY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.

What is the mileage of GU59 FJY?

The last recorded mileage for GU59 FJY was 83,263 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU59 FJY passed its MOT?

GU59 FJY has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Aug 2023.

Is GU59 FJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU59 FJY 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 GU59 FJY?

GU59 FJY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.