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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 121,456 miles on the clock, averaging 6,877 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 VEL
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 | 121,456 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 143 |
| Average per year | 6,877 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 VEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VEL
What car is SM09 VEL?
SM09 VEL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 VEL was 121,456 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 VEL passed its MOT?
SM09 VEL has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 8 Jul 2026.
Is SM09 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 VEL 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 VEL?
SM09 VEL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.