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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 81,783 miles on the clock, averaging 4,416 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 AK57 VUA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,783 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 4,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK57 VUA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AK57 VUA
What car is AK57 VUA?
AK57 VUA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 VUA?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 VUA was 81,783 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 VUA passed its MOT?
AK57 VUA has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is AK57 VUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 VUA 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 AK57 VUA?
AK57 VUA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.