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OU59 YWH

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 216,612 miles on the clock, averaging 13,587 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for OU59 YWH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
216,612
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
13,587

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading216,612 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,071
Average per year13,587
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OU59 YWH 26k74k121k169k217k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage216,612 miles
Since last MOT+11,071 miles
PASS
Mileage205,541 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage205,539 miles
Since last MOT+10,220 miles
PASS
Mileage195,319 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,317 miles
Since last MOT+14,646 miles
PASS
Mileage180,671 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,670 miles
Since last MOT+14,248 miles
PASS
Mileage166,422 miles
Since last MOT+15,735 miles
PASS
Mileage150,687 miles
Since last MOT+12,761 miles
PASS
Mileage137,926 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,922 miles
Since last MOT+11,411 miles
PASS
Mileage126,511 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,507 miles
Since last MOT+14,045 miles
PASS
Mileage112,462 miles
Since last MOT+13,485 miles
PASS
Mileage98,977 miles
Since last MOT+14,039 miles
PASS
Mileage84,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,938 miles
Since last MOT+14,604 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,334 miles
Since last MOT+14,198 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,136 miles
Since last MOT+14,373 miles
PASS
Mileage41,763 miles
Since last MOT+15,571 miles
PASS
Mileage26,192 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU59 YWH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About OU59 YWH

What car is OU59 YWH?

OU59 YWH is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2009.

What is the mileage of OU59 YWH?

The last recorded mileage for OU59 YWH was 216,612 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU59 YWH passed its MOT?

OU59 YWH has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.

Is OU59 YWH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU59 YWH 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 OU59 YWH?

OU59 YWH is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.