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HG59 VHJ

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

White Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourWhite
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 162,971 miles on the clock, averaging 9,505 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 HG59 VHJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
162,971
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2012
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
9,505

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,971 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,985
Average per year9,505
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HG59 VHJ 37k68k100k131k163k '12'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,971 miles
Since last MOT+4,985 miles
PASS
Mileage157,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,986 miles
Since last MOT+4,723 miles
PASS
Mileage153,263 miles
Since last MOT+4,429 miles
PASS
Mileage148,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,457 miles
PASS
Mileage142,377 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,377 miles
Since last MOT+4,889 miles
PASS
Mileage137,488 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,455 miles
Since last MOT+4,235 miles
PASS
Mileage133,220 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,220 miles
Since last MOT+11,925 miles
PASS
Mileage121,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,295 miles
Since last MOT+14,474 miles
PASS
Mileage106,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,821 miles
Since last MOT+13,922 miles
PASS
Mileage92,899 miles
Since last MOT+13,282 miles
PASS
Mileage79,617 miles
Since last MOT+15,226 miles
PASS
Mileage64,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,391 miles
Since last MOT+14,430 miles
PASS
Mileage49,961 miles
Since last MOT+13,437 miles
PASS
Mileage36,524 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

RegistrationHG59 VHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About HG59 VHJ

What car is HG59 VHJ?

HG59 VHJ is an white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2009.

What is the mileage of HG59 VHJ?

The last recorded mileage for HG59 VHJ was 162,971 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG59 VHJ passed its MOT?

HG59 VHJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2026.

Is HG59 VHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG59 VHJ 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 HG59 VHJ?

HG59 VHJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.