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LR59 UBU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 70,631 miles on the clock, averaging 4,250 miles per year, well below 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 UBU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
70,631
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2012
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,250

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,631 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,250
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR59 UBU 13k27k42k56k71k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,631 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,630 miles
Since last MOT+3,292 miles
PASS
Mileage67,338 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,337 miles
Since last MOT+4,383 miles
PASS
Mileage62,954 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,954 miles
Since last MOT+3,145 miles
PASS
Mileage59,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,809 miles
Since last MOT+5,778 miles
PASS
Mileage54,031 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,031 miles
Since last MOT+5,730 miles
PASS
Mileage48,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,301 miles
Since last MOT+5,314 miles
PASS
Mileage42,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,987 miles
Since last MOT+3,891 miles
PASS
Mileage39,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,018 miles
PASS
Mileage36,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,078 miles
Since last MOT+4,302 miles
PASS
Mileage31,776 miles
Since last MOT+10,668 miles
PASS
Mileage21,108 miles
Since last MOT+3,840 miles
PASS
Mileage17,268 miles
Since last MOT+4,154 miles
PASS
Mileage13,114 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 UBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About LR59 UBU

What car is LR59 UBU?

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

What is the mileage of LR59 UBU?

The last recorded mileage for LR59 UBU was 70,631 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR59 UBU passed its MOT?

LR59 UBU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2026.

Is LR59 UBU ULEZ compliant?

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

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