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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 40,250 miles on the clock, averaging 2,705 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 RK59 TDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,250 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 2,705 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | RK59 TDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RK59 TDU
What car is RK59 TDU?
RK59 TDU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK59 TDU?
The last recorded mileage for RK59 TDU was 40,250 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK59 TDU passed its MOT?
RK59 TDU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.
Is RK59 TDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK59 TDU 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 RK59 TDU?
RK59 TDU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.