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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 132,686 miles on the clock, averaging 6,385 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 SL59 GYZ
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
Below average| Latest reading | 132,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,385 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SL59 GYZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SL59 GYZ
What car is SL59 GYZ?
SL59 GYZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL59 GYZ?
The last recorded mileage for SL59 GYZ was 132,686 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL59 GYZ passed its MOT?
SL59 GYZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is SL59 GYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 GYZ 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 SL59 GYZ?
SL59 GYZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.