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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 154,722 miles on the clock, averaging 8,462 miles per year, around 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 RO09 LWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,722 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 95 |
| Average per year | 8,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RO09 LWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RO09 LWU
What car is RO09 LWU?
RO09 LWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO09 LWU?
The last recorded mileage for RO09 LWU was 154,722 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO09 LWU passed its MOT?
RO09 LWU has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2019.
Is RO09 LWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO09 LWU 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 RO09 LWU?
RO09 LWU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.