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YE59 XJU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 53,774 miles on the clock, averaging 3,249 miles per year, well 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 YE59 XJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,774
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,249

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading53,774 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,396
Average per year3,249
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YE59 XJU 10k21k32k43k54k '12'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage53,774 miles
Since last MOT+5,396 miles
PASS
Mileage48,378 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,376 miles
Since last MOT+5,242 miles
PASS
Mileage43,134 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,131 miles
Since last MOT+3,393 miles
PASS
Mileage39,738 miles
Since last MOT+80 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,658 miles
Since last MOT+5,000 miles
PASS
Mileage34,658 miles
Since last MOT+1,024 miles
PASS
Mileage33,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,634 miles
Since last MOT+890 miles
PASS
Mileage32,744 miles
Since last MOT+1,637 miles
PASS
Mileage31,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,107 miles
Since last MOT+1,856 miles
PASS
Mileage29,251 miles
Since last MOT+2,056 miles
PASS
Mileage27,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,681 miles
PASS
Mileage24,514 miles
Since last MOT+3,648 miles
PASS
Mileage20,866 miles
Since last MOT+4,008 miles
PASS
Mileage16,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,858 miles
Since last MOT+6,527 miles
PASS
Mileage10,331 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 XJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About YE59 XJU

What car is YE59 XJU?

YE59 XJU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.

What is the mileage of YE59 XJU?

The last recorded mileage for YE59 XJU was 53,774 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE59 XJU passed its MOT?

YE59 XJU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 20 Mar 2026.

Is YE59 XJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE59 XJU 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 YE59 XJU?

YE59 XJU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.