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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 79,647 miles on the clock, averaging 4,111 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 MK09 LYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,111 |
| 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 | MK09 LYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About MK09 LYP
What car is MK09 LYP?
MK09 LYP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of MK09 LYP?
The last recorded mileage for MK09 LYP was 79,647 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK09 LYP passed its MOT?
MK09 LYP has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is MK09 LYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK09 LYP 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 MK09 LYP?
MK09 LYP is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.