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 53,569 miles on the clock, averaging 2,868 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 SY59 VCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,569 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,237 |
| Average per year | 2,868 |
| 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 | SY59 VCZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SY59 VCZ
What car is SY59 VCZ?
SY59 VCZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY59 VCZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY59 VCZ was 53,569 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY59 VCZ passed its MOT?
SY59 VCZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is SY59 VCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY59 VCZ 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 SY59 VCZ?
SY59 VCZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.