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SH59 XXY

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Orange Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourOrange
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 117,629 miles on the clock, averaging 7,432 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SH59 XXY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
117,629
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,432

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,629 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year7,432
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH59 XXY 14k40k66k92k118k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,629 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,623 miles
Since last MOT+7,008 miles
PASS
Mileage110,615 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,607 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage106,934 miles
Since last MOT+4,310 miles
PASS
Mileage102,624 miles
Since last MOT+5,206 miles
PASS
Mileage97,418 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,418 miles
Since last MOT+89,465 miles
PASS
Mileage7,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage7,953 miles
PASS
Mileage80,611 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
PASS
Mileage80,537 miles
Since last MOT+8,647 miles
PASS
Mileage71,890 miles
Since last MOT+10,507 miles
PASS
Mileage61,383 miles
Since last MOT+12,538 miles
PASS
Mileage48,845 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,737 miles
Since last MOT+2,447 miles
PASS
Mileage46,290 miles
Since last MOT+12,142 miles
PASS
Mileage34,148 miles
Since last MOT+12,455 miles
PASS
Mileage21,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,138 miles
PASS
Mileage13,555 miles

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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

RegistrationSH59 XXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SH59 XXY

What car is SH59 XXY?

SH59 XXY is an orange Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2009.

What is the mileage of SH59 XXY?

The last recorded mileage for SH59 XXY was 117,629 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH59 XXY passed its MOT?

SH59 XXY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2026.

Is SH59 XXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH59 XXY 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 SH59 XXY?

SH59 XXY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.