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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 120,402 miles on the clock, averaging 8,218 miles per year, around 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 CU57 RFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,745 |
| Average per year | 8,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CU57 RFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CU57 RFN
What car is CU57 RFN?
CU57 RFN is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Swansea in 2008.
What is the mileage of CU57 RFN?
The last recorded mileage for CU57 RFN was 120,402 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU57 RFN passed its MOT?
CU57 RFN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 15 Dec 2022.
Is CU57 RFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU57 RFN 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 CU57 RFN?
CU57 RFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.