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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 70,952 miles on the clock, averaging 4,277 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 VWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,696 |
| Average per year | 4,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VWA
What car is YK09 VWA?
YK09 VWA is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2009.
What is the mileage of YK09 VWA?
The last recorded mileage for YK09 VWA was 70,952 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK09 VWA passed its MOT?
YK09 VWA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is YK09 VWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK09 VWA 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 VWA?
YK09 VWA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.