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YR09 YHE

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 81,674 miles on the clock, averaging 4,610 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 YR09 YHE

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,674
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2012
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,610

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,674 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,610
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR09 YHE 20k36k51k66k82k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,674 miles
Since last MOT+3,262 miles
PASS
Mileage78,412 miles
Since last MOT+2,525 miles
PASS
Mileage75,887 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,885 miles
Since last MOT+2,715 miles
PASS
Mileage73,170 miles
Since last MOT+3,148 miles
PASS
Mileage70,022 miles
Since last MOT+2,054 miles
PASS
Mileage67,968 miles
Since last MOT+3,005 miles
PASS
Mileage64,963 miles
Since last MOT+6,359 miles
PASS
Mileage58,604 miles
Since last MOT+2,132 miles
PASS
Mileage56,472 miles
Since last MOT+8,597 miles
PASS
Mileage47,875 miles
Since last MOT+4,500 miles
PASS
Mileage43,375 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage39,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,452 miles
PASS
Mileage33,677 miles
Since last MOT+7,383 miles
PASS
Mileage26,294 miles
Since last MOT+5,851 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,443 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

RegistrationYR09 YHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About YR09 YHE

What car is YR09 YHE?

YR09 YHE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.

What is the mileage of YR09 YHE?

The last recorded mileage for YR09 YHE was 81,674 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR09 YHE passed its MOT?

YR09 YHE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2025.

Is YR09 YHE ULEZ compliant?

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

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