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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1422cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 110,333 miles on the clock, averaging 12,420 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for ML09 EXD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,267 |
| Average per year | 12,420 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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:
1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure
The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].
2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure
Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML09 EXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About ML09 EXD
What car is ML09 EXD?
ML09 EXD is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of ML09 EXD?
The last recorded mileage for ML09 EXD was 110,333 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML09 EXD passed its MOT?
ML09 EXD has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2017.
Is ML09 EXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML09 EXD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ML09 EXD?
ML09 EXD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.