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 Diesel 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 96,906 miles on the clock, averaging 4,466 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FY57 HLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,906 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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:
1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure
The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].
2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure
Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FY57 HLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| 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 HLP
What car is FY57 HLP?
FY57 HLP is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1400cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FY57 HLP?
The last recorded mileage for FY57 HLP was 96,906 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY57 HLP passed its MOT?
FY57 HLP has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.
Is FY57 HLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY57 HLP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FY57 HLP?
FY57 HLP is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.