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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 111,660 miles on the clock, averaging 6,437 miles per year, 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 SL09 VBC
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
Below average| Latest reading | 111,660 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,437 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL09 VBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SL09 VBC
What car is SL09 VBC?
SL09 VBC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL09 VBC?
The last recorded mileage for SL09 VBC was 111,660 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL09 VBC passed its MOT?
SL09 VBC has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2023.
Is SL09 VBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL09 VBC 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 VBC?
SL09 VBC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.