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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 158,775 miles on the clock, averaging 13,471 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BL57 HVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,775 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,089 |
| Average per year | 13,471 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL57 HVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BL57 HVC
What car is BL57 HVC?
BL57 HVC is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL57 HVC?
The last recorded mileage for BL57 HVC was 158,775 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL57 HVC passed its MOT?
BL57 HVC has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 28 Feb 2020.
Is BL57 HVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL57 HVC 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 BL57 HVC?
BL57 HVC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.