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SM59 NUU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 119,035 miles on the clock, averaging 7,974 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SM59 NUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,035
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,974

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,035 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,974
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM59 NUU 19k44k69k94k119k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,035 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,030 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,016 miles
Since last MOT+9,674 miles
PASS
Mileage109,342 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,333 miles
Since last MOT+19,453 miles
PASS
Mileage89,880 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,878 miles
Since last MOT+5,396 miles
PASS
Mileage84,482 miles
Since last MOT+2,007 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,475 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage76,687 miles
Since last MOT+10,963 miles
PASS
Mileage65,724 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,724 miles
Since last MOT+9,360 miles
PASS
Mileage56,364 miles
Since last MOT+9,100 miles
PASS
Mileage47,264 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,263 miles
Since last MOT+11,547 miles
PASS
Mileage35,716 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,612 miles
Since last MOT+4,809 miles
PASS
Mileage30,803 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage25,218 miles
Since last MOT+5,975 miles
PASS
Mileage19,243 miles

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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

RegistrationSM59 NUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About SM59 NUU

What car is SM59 NUU?

SM59 NUU is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.

What is the mileage of SM59 NUU?

The last recorded mileage for SM59 NUU was 119,035 miles, recorded on 26 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM59 NUU passed its MOT?

SM59 NUU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2025.

Is SM59 NUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 NUU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SM59 NUU?

SM59 NUU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.