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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 71,604 miles on the clock, averaging 4,089 miles per year, well 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 KY09 SMO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,089 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KY09 SMO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About KY09 SMO
What car is KY09 SMO?
KY09 SMO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2009.
What is the mileage of KY09 SMO?
The last recorded mileage for KY09 SMO was 71,604 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY09 SMO passed its MOT?
KY09 SMO has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2025.
Is KY09 SMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY09 SMO 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 KY09 SMO?
KY09 SMO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.