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YC59 GYU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 61,005 miles on the clock, averaging 3,929 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 YC59 GYU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
61,005
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2012
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
3,929

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,005 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,055
Average per year3,929
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC59 GYU 9k22k35k48k61k '12'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,005 miles
Since last MOT+8,055 miles
PASS
Mileage52,950 miles
Since last MOT+10,419 miles
PASS
Mileage42,531 miles
Since last MOT+10,418 miles
PASS
Mileage32,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,113 miles
Since last MOT+7,594 miles
PASS
Mileage24,519 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,512 miles
Since last MOT+12,025 miles
PASS
Mileage21,487 miles
Since last MOT+2,021 miles
PASS
Mileage19,466 miles
Since last MOT+988 miles
PASS
Mileage18,478 miles
Since last MOT+944 miles
PASS
Mileage17,534 miles
Since last MOT+2,792 miles
PASS
Mileage14,742 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage11,776 miles
Since last MOT+3,131 miles
PASS
Mileage8,645 miles

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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

RegistrationYC59 GYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About YC59 GYU

What car is YC59 GYU?

YC59 GYU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.

What is the mileage of YC59 GYU?

The last recorded mileage for YC59 GYU was 61,005 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC59 GYU passed its MOT?

YC59 GYU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.

Is YC59 GYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC59 GYU 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 YC59 GYU?

YC59 GYU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.