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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 103,853 miles on the clock, averaging 5,624 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DE57 RCO
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
Below average| Latest reading | 103,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,624 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DE57 RCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About DE57 RCO
What car is DE57 RCO?
DE57 RCO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DE57 RCO?
The last recorded mileage for DE57 RCO was 103,853 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE57 RCO passed its MOT?
DE57 RCO has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is DE57 RCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE57 RCO 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 DE57 RCO?
DE57 RCO is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.