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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 87,626 miles on the clock, averaging 5,457 miles per year, 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 RO59 EVC
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
Below average| Latest reading | 87,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,457 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO59 EVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RO59 EVC
What car is RO59 EVC?
RO59 EVC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RO59 EVC?
The last recorded mileage for RO59 EVC was 87,626 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO59 EVC passed its MOT?
RO59 EVC has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is RO59 EVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO59 EVC 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 RO59 EVC?
RO59 EVC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.