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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 68,503 miles on the clock, averaging 3,972 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 YK09 VLN
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 3,972 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK09 VLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About YK09 VLN
What car is YK09 VLN?
YK09 VLN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YK09 VLN?
The last recorded mileage for YK09 VLN was 68,503 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK09 VLN passed its MOT?
YK09 VLN has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Apr 2026.
Is YK09 VLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK09 VLN 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 YK09 VLN?
YK09 VLN is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.