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 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 97,062 miles on the clock, averaging 6,440 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 SM09 UPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,062 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,559 |
| Average per year | 6,440 |
| 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 | SM09 UPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SM09 UPE
What car is SM09 UPE?
SM09 UPE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 UPE?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 UPE was 97,062 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 UPE passed its MOT?
SM09 UPE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2025.
Is SM09 UPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 UPE 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 SM09 UPE?
SM09 UPE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.