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YT09 GWU

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 64,342 miles on the clock, averaging 2,494 miles per year, well 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 YT09 GWU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
64,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2012
94%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,494

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 reading64,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,149
Average per year2,494
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YT09 GWU 29k38k47k56k64k '12'26'20

Check YT09 GWU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,342 miles
Since last MOT+10,149 miles
PASS
Mileage54,193 miles
Since last MOT+390 miles
PASS
Mileage53,803 miles
Since last MOT+567 miles
PASS
Mileage53,236 miles
Since last MOT+1,028 miles
PASS
Mileage52,208 miles
Since last MOT+1,171 miles
PASS
Mileage51,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,037 miles
Since last MOT+448 miles
PASS
Mileage50,589 miles
Since last MOT+764 miles
PASS
Mileage49,825 miles
Since last MOT+1,256 miles
PASS
Mileage48,569 miles
Since last MOT+1,618 miles
PASS
Mileage46,951 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage44,198 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage41,069 miles
Since last MOT+1,819 miles
PASS
Mileage39,250 miles
Since last MOT+3,626 miles
PASS
Mileage35,624 miles
Since last MOT+6,174 miles
PASS
Mileage29,450 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

RegistrationYT09 GWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeYT — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About YT09 GWU

What car is YT09 GWU?

YT09 GWU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2009.

What is the mileage of YT09 GWU?

The last recorded mileage for YT09 GWU was 64,342 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YT09 GWU passed its MOT?

YT09 GWU has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Feb 2026.

Is YT09 GWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT09 GWU 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 YT09 GWU?

YT09 GWU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.