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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 84,655 miles on the clock, averaging 4,130 miles per year, well below 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 RE09 SLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,655 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 141 |
| Average per year | 4,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RE09 SLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RE09 SLU
What car is RE09 SLU?
RE09 SLU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE09 SLU?
The last recorded mileage for RE09 SLU was 84,655 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE09 SLU passed its MOT?
RE09 SLU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2025.
Is RE09 SLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE09 SLU 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 RE09 SLU?
RE09 SLU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.