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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 71,154 miles on the clock, averaging 3,487 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 FY57 GWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,959 |
| Average per year | 3,487 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FY57 GWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FY57 GWV
What car is FY57 GWV?
FY57 GWV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FY57 GWV?
The last recorded mileage for FY57 GWV was 71,154 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY57 GWV passed its MOT?
FY57 GWV has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.
Is FY57 GWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY57 GWV 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 FY57 GWV?
FY57 GWV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.