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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 49,097 miles on the clock, averaging 2,276 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 LM09 LBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,726 |
| Average per year | 2,276 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LM09 LBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About LM09 LBA
What car is LM09 LBA?
LM09 LBA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2009.
What is the mileage of LM09 LBA?
The last recorded mileage for LM09 LBA was 49,097 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM09 LBA passed its MOT?
LM09 LBA has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is LM09 LBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM09 LBA 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 LM09 LBA?
LM09 LBA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.