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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 60,841 miles on the clock, averaging 3,495 miles per year, well 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 EF57 VGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 188 |
| Average per year | 3,495 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EF57 VGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EF57 VGZ
What car is EF57 VGZ?
EF57 VGZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EF57 VGZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF57 VGZ was 60,841 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF57 VGZ passed its MOT?
EF57 VGZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is EF57 VGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF57 VGZ 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 EF57 VGZ?
EF57 VGZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.