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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 112,178 miles on the clock, averaging 6,963 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 SW59 MLY
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
Below average| Latest reading | 112,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,774 |
| Average per year | 6,963 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SW59 MLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SW59 MLY
What car is SW59 MLY?
SW59 MLY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2009.
What is the mileage of SW59 MLY?
The last recorded mileage for SW59 MLY was 112,178 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW59 MLY passed its MOT?
SW59 MLY has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is SW59 MLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW59 MLY 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 SW59 MLY?
SW59 MLY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.