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YR09 AYH

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 87,556 miles on the clock, averaging 5,245 miles per year, 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 YR09 AYH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
87,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2012
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,245

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,556 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,245
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR09 AYH 14k32k51k69k88k '12'26'21

Check YR09 AYH

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,556 miles
Since last MOT+18,612 miles
PASS
Mileage68,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,944 miles
Since last MOT+909 miles
PASS
Mileage68,035 miles
Since last MOT+2,185 miles
PASS
Mileage65,850 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,849 miles
Since last MOT+1,652 miles
PASS
Mileage64,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,197 miles
Since last MOT+1,577 miles
PASS
Mileage62,620 miles
Since last MOT+756 miles
PASS
Mileage61,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,864 miles
Since last MOT+4,250 miles
PASS
Mileage57,614 miles
Since last MOT+5,902 miles
PASS
Mileage51,712 miles
Since last MOT+5,802 miles
PASS
Mileage45,910 miles
Since last MOT+5,741 miles
PASS
Mileage40,169 miles
Since last MOT+6,726 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,443 miles
Since last MOT+10,857 miles
PASS
Mileage22,586 miles
Since last MOT+8,705 miles
PASS
Mileage13,881 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

RegistrationYR09 AYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About YR09 AYH

What car is YR09 AYH?

YR09 AYH is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.

What is the mileage of YR09 AYH?

The last recorded mileage for YR09 AYH was 87,556 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR09 AYH passed its MOT?

YR09 AYH has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.

Is YR09 AYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR09 AYH 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 YR09 AYH?

YR09 AYH is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.