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LR59 HZJ

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 145,831 miles on the clock, averaging 10,754 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LR59 HZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,831
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2013
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,754

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 reading145,831 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,897
Average per year10,754
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR59 HZJ 15k48k80k113k146k '13'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage145,831 miles
Since last MOT+11,897 miles
PASS
Mileage133,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,826 miles
PASS
Mileage125,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,108 miles
Since last MOT+12,151 miles
PASS
Mileage112,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,957 miles
Since last MOT+10,155 miles
PASS
Mileage102,802 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,800 miles
Since last MOT+9,778 miles
PASS
Mileage93,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,022 miles
Since last MOT+11,091 miles
PASS
Mileage81,931 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,930 miles
Since last MOT+14,716 miles
PASS
Mileage67,214 miles
Since last MOT+12,127 miles
PASS
Mileage55,087 miles
Since last MOT+16,926 miles
PASS
Mileage38,161 miles
Since last MOT+9,149 miles
PASS
Mileage29,012 miles
Since last MOT+5,851 miles
PASS
Mileage23,161 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,161 miles
Since last MOT+8,319 miles
PASS
Mileage14,842 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 HZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About LR59 HZJ

What car is LR59 HZJ?

LR59 HZJ is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2009.

What is the mileage of LR59 HZJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR59 HZJ was 145,831 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR59 HZJ passed its MOT?

LR59 HZJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 23 Sep 2025.

Is LR59 HZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR59 HZJ 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 LR59 HZJ?

LR59 HZJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.