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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 27,868 miles on the clock, averaging 3,907 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 PL09 AFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 27,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,484 |
| Average per year | 3,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | PL09 AFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About PL09 AFA
What car is PL09 AFA?
PL09 AFA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.
What is the mileage of PL09 AFA?
The last recorded mileage for PL09 AFA was 27,868 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL09 AFA passed its MOT?
PL09 AFA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.
Is PL09 AFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL09 AFA 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 PL09 AFA?
PL09 AFA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.