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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 116,235 miles on the clock, averaging 7,969 miles per year, around 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 NJ09 VEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 7,969 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ09 VEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About NJ09 VEM
What car is NJ09 VEM?
NJ09 VEM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2009.
What is the mileage of NJ09 VEM?
The last recorded mileage for NJ09 VEM was 116,235 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ09 VEM passed its MOT?
NJ09 VEM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jan 2024.
Is NJ09 VEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ09 VEM 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 NJ09 VEM?
NJ09 VEM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.