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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 78,849 miles on the clock, averaging 5,110 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 NVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,543 |
| Average per year | 5,110 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 NVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 NVL
What car is SM59 NVL?
SM59 NVL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 NVL?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 NVL was 78,849 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 NVL passed its MOT?
SM59 NVL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is SM59 NVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 NVL 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 SM59 NVL?
SM59 NVL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.