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 1422cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 178,291 miles on the clock, averaging 9,691 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 OU09 YRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | OU09 YRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About OU09 YRL
What car is OU09 YRL?
OU09 YRL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Oxford in 2009.
What is the mileage of OU09 YRL?
The last recorded mileage for OU09 YRL was 178,291 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU09 YRL passed its MOT?
OU09 YRL has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2022.
Is OU09 YRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU09 YRL 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 OU09 YRL?
OU09 YRL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.