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SL09 MWD

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 114,956 miles on the clock, averaging 9,701 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SL09 MWD

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,956
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,701

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading114,956 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,581
Average per year9,701
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL09 MWD 50k66k82k99k115k '12'19'16

Check SL09 MWD

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage114,956 miles
Since last MOT+16,581 miles
PASS
Mileage98,375 miles
Since last MOT+15,476 miles
PASS
Mileage82,899 miles
Since last MOT+6,978 miles
PASS
Mileage75,921 miles
Since last MOT+10,965 miles
PASS
Mileage64,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,956 miles
Since last MOT+10,330 miles
PASS
Mileage54,626 miles
Since last MOT+5,086 miles
PASS
Mileage49,540 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

RegistrationSL09 MWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About SL09 MWD

What car is SL09 MWD?

SL09 MWD is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.

What is the mileage of SL09 MWD?

The last recorded mileage for SL09 MWD was 114,956 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL09 MWD passed its MOT?

SL09 MWD has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 19 Jun 2019.

Is SL09 MWD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL09 MWD 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 SL09 MWD?

SL09 MWD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.