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Volkswagen Polo SL59XWN — MOT history, mileage and tax

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GB SL59XWN

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Generated from DVSA record, 6 Oct 2026
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Source DVSA (bulk record)
DVSA record · 6 Oct 2026DVLA fields (tax, ULEZ, CO2, recalls) not loaded yet
Year
2009
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Grey
Engine
1390cc
CO2
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Euro status
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1 Vehicle identity

Registration
SL59XWN
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Year
2009
First registered
28 Oct 2009
Fuel
Petrol
Engine
1390cc
Colour
Grey
CO2
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Euro status
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Marked for export
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Wheel plan
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Type approval
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V5C issued
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Vehicle age
16 yr 11 mo
Registration area
Scotland

2 Tax, MOT & ULEZ

Tax status
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Annual road tax
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MOT status
Valid (as at 27 Sep 2026)
MOT expiry
24 Feb 2027
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Outstanding recall
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First used date
28 Oct 2009
Manufacture date
28 Oct 2009

3 What this car’s MOT record points to

Read from the last two years of this car's own test record, grouped by area. Each line quotes what the tester wrote and the date of the test.

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Brakes

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Parking brake lever has little reserve travel. Recorded at 3 tests.

Advisory, 6 Feb 2025: Parking brake lever has little reserve travel. Recorded at 3 tests.

Typical UK garage price for brake pad replacement: £100–£300. Typical UK garage prices for each job, from published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026; not a quote.

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Suspension & steering

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened. Recorded at 2 tests.

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both.

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s).

8 more in the full MOT history below.

Typical UK garage price for coil spring replacement: £175–£400. Typical UK garage prices for each job, from published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026; not a quote.

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Tyres

Minor item, 6 Feb 2025: Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated.

Advisory, 6 Feb 2025: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer edge.

Minor item, 6 Feb 2025: Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated.

Advisory, 6 Feb 2025: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer edge.

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Other

Advisory, 25 Feb 2026: Front Both side repeater damage.

No recent issue

Exhaust & emissions, Lamps & visibility, Structure & corrosion, Engine – oil

Nothing recorded against these in the last two years of tests.

Exhaust & emissions: last recorded 4 Dec 2019 (advisory), outside the two-year window. Lamps & visibility: last recorded 29 Nov 2022 (advisory), outside the two-year window. Structure & corrosion: last recorded 15 Dec 2020 (advisory), outside the two-year window.

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4 How it compares with other 2009 Polos

Against every Volkswagen Polo first used in 2009 and tested in Great Britain in the 2025 test year (21,990 first-attempt tests) — the most recent full year available.

MeasureThis carTypical 2009 PoloWhat it means
Pass rate, first attempts10 of 14 (71%)53.2% in 2025Higher than the group figure
Fails, first attempts4 of 1439.5% of first testsHigher than the group figure
Fixed during the test (PRS)37.3% of first tests3 on this record
Mileage at its latest test (25 Feb 2026)78,728 miles87,830 (middle half 64,650–111,634)Inside the middle half; not an outlier
Clean passes (no advisories)3 of 1419.6% of first testsIn line with the group figure

"Typical" is every Volkswagen Polo first used in 2009, any fuel or use — not adjusted for mileage. This car's figures are from its own record only. A first attempt is any test not within 10 days after a failed test of this car.

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  1. On this carBrakes. advisory recorded in the last two years (2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2025, 2026). Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on a test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
  2. On this carSuspension & steering. advisory recorded in the last two years (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026). Worth looking behind each wheel with a torch at the coil springs and bushes, and listening for knocks over bumps on a test drive.
  3. On this carTyres. minor item, advisory recorded in the last two years (2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025). Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
  4. On this carOther. advisory recorded in the last two years (2021, 2024, 2026). Worth asking the seller about this item and having it looked at during an inspection.
  5. Nothing recentLamps & visibility. A top failure area for 2009 Polos. Recorded on this car in 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, nothing in the last two years. Worth asking someone to watch while you work every lamp and indicator, and checking the wipers clear the screen cleanly.

This car vs what 2009 Polos usually fail on

Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt11.5%this car: suspension & steering items recorded 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026
Coil spring: fractured or broken10.5%this car: suspension & steering items recorded 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026
Position lamp: not working10.4%this car: lamps & visibility items recorded 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022
Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements10.2%this car: brakes items recorded 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2025, 2026
Side repeaters: not working8.4%this car: lamps & visibility items recorded 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022

Bars: share of 2009 Polo first tests that did not pass first time in 2025 carrying each item, in DVSA's wording. Right-hand note: what this car's own record shows in that area.

Mileage position

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5 MOT history

Tests passed14 of 18
Tests failed4
Plate changesNone
Record sourceGreat Britain (DVSA)
Avg mileage/year4,924 mi
Pass rate78%
First mileage12,966 mi (as at 18 Oct 2012)
Last mileage78,728 mi (as at 25 Feb 2026)
Years on record13.4 yr
Colour at last MOTGrey

Test history

Pass 25 Feb 2026 78,728 mi Expiry 24 Feb 2027
  • Front Both side repeater damage Advisory
  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advisory
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel Advisory
  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Rear axle corroded Advisory
Pass 6 Feb 2025 77,741 mi Expiry 21 Feb 2026
  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l)) Minor
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l)) Minor
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel Advisory
  • Rear axle corroded Advisory
Pass 22 Feb 2024 76,224 mi Expiry 21 Feb 2025
  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
Fail 19 Feb 2024 76,196 mi
  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h)) Major — failed
  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii)) Major — failed
  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Major — failed
  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
Pass 29 Nov 2022 71,915 mi Expiry 14 Dec 2023
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advisory
  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) Advisory
Pass 4 Dec 2021 65,407 mi Expiry 14 Dec 2022
  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Advisory
  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre Advisory
Fail 4 Dec 2021 65,407 mi
  • Headlamp aim too low both lamps (4.1.2 (a)) Fixed during test
  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Advisory
  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre Advisory
Pass 15 Dec 2020 60,957 mi Expiry 14 Dec 2021
  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a)) Advisory
Pass 4 Dec 2019 56,987 mi Expiry 8 Dec 2020
  • Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged obscured with tape (3.3 (b) (i)) Minor
  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn low 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e)) Advisory
  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Advisory
  • parking brake lever high Advisory
  • rear exhaust corroded Advisory
Pass 27 Nov 2018 45,355 mi Expiry 8 Dec 2019
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel Advisory
Fail 27 Nov 2018 45,355 mi
  • Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i)) Major — failed
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii)) Major — failed
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel Advisory
  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a)) Major — failed
Pass 21 Nov 2017 40,483 mi Expiry 8 Dec 2018
  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g) Advisory
  • Offside Front tyre wear inner tread. Advisory
Pass 21 Nov 2016 32,531 mi Expiry 8 Dec 2017

No advisories or defects recorded at this test.

Pass 9 Dec 2015 25,725 mi Expiry 8 Dec 2016

No advisories or defects recorded at this test.

Fail 13 Oct 2014 22,269 mi
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) Advisory
  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) Fixed during test
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b) Advisory
Pass 13 Oct 2014 22,269 mi Expiry 28 Oct 2015
  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) Advisory
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b) Advisory
Pass 21 Oct 2013 17,691 mi Expiry 28 Oct 2014
  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b) Advisory
  • offside front tyre sidewall perishing Tester note
  • offside rear tyre sidewall perishing Tester note
Pass 18 Oct 2012 12,966 mi Expiry 28 Oct 2013
  • offside front tyre sidewall perishing Tester note
  • offside rear tyre sidewall perishing Tester note

MOT data sourced from DVSA, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. DVSA bulk record as of 27 Sep 2026. DVLA-only fields (tax status, tax due, annual road tax, ULEZ/CO2/Euro status, export marker, wheel plan, type approval, V5C date, recalls) are not loaded until someone presses "Check latest from DVLA & DVSA". Sections 3 and 4 are SortedCars’ arithmetic on the same public record and on DVSA test statistics; they describe the record, not the car’s condition, and are not advice about buying it. Always have a used car inspected before you buy. Check the official record at GOV.UK: check MOT history.

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