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 51,863 miles on the clock, averaging 3,706 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 RK09 BVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,511 |
| Average per year | 3,706 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RK09 BVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 BVT
What car is RK09 BVT?
RK09 BVT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 BVT?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 BVT was 51,863 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 BVT passed its MOT?
RK09 BVT has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is RK09 BVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 BVT 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 RK09 BVT?
RK09 BVT is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.