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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 90,772 miles on the clock, averaging 5,280 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 SY09 OSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,821 |
| Average per year | 5,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SY09 OSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SY09 OSU
What car is SY09 OSU?
SY09 OSU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 OSU?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 OSU was 90,772 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 OSU passed its MOT?
SY09 OSU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.
Is SY09 OSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 OSU 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 SY09 OSU?
SY09 OSU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.