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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 131,492 miles on the clock, averaging 11,881 miles per year, above 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 XVL
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
Above average| Latest reading | 131,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 XVL |
| 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 XVL
What car is SY09 XVL?
SY09 XVL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 XVL?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 XVL was 131,492 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 XVL passed its MOT?
SY09 XVL has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2020.
Is SY09 XVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 XVL 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 XVL?
SY09 XVL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.