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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 56,626 miles on the clock, averaging 3,678 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 SL09 VCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,678 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 VCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VCU
What car is SL09 VCU?
SL09 VCU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL09 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for SL09 VCU was 56,626 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL09 VCU passed its MOT?
SL09 VCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is SL09 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL09 VCU 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 VCU?
SL09 VCU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.