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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 92,538 miles on the clock, averaging 5,160 miles per year, 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 RE59 DTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,538 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RE59 DTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RE59 DTU
What car is RE59 DTU?
RE59 DTU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE59 DTU?
The last recorded mileage for RE59 DTU was 92,538 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE59 DTU passed its MOT?
RE59 DTU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is RE59 DTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE59 DTU 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 RE59 DTU?
RE59 DTU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.