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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 35,556 miles on the clock, averaging 2,004 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 SB09 ESY
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,556 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,004 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SB09 ESY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SB09 ESY
What car is SB09 ESY?
SB09 ESY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.
What is the mileage of SB09 ESY?
The last recorded mileage for SB09 ESY was 35,556 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB09 ESY passed its MOT?
SB09 ESY has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is SB09 ESY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB09 ESY 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 SB09 ESY?
SB09 ESY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.