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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 40,676 miles on the clock, averaging 1,540 miles per year, well 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 SP09 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 159 |
| Average per year | 1,540 |
| 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 | SP09 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SP09 XLM
What car is SP09 XLM?
SP09 XLM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2009.
What is the mileage of SP09 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for SP09 XLM was 40,676 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP09 XLM passed its MOT?
SP09 XLM has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is SP09 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP09 XLM 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 SP09 XLM?
SP09 XLM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.