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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 103,532 miles on the clock, averaging 10,358 miles per year, above 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 BT57 ULJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,532 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,913 |
| Average per year | 10,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BT57 ULJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BT57 ULJ
What car is BT57 ULJ?
BT57 ULJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT57 ULJ?
The last recorded mileage for BT57 ULJ was 103,532 miles, recorded on 24 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT57 ULJ passed its MOT?
BT57 ULJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2017.
Is BT57 ULJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT57 ULJ 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 BT57 ULJ?
BT57 ULJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.