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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 117,846 miles on the clock, averaging 7,486 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 GL57 CXU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,281 |
| Average per year | 7,486 |
| 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 | GL57 CXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 CXU
What car is GL57 CXU?
GL57 CXU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2007.
What is the mileage of GL57 CXU?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 CXU was 117,846 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 CXU passed its MOT?
GL57 CXU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2020.
Is GL57 CXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 CXU 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 GL57 CXU?
GL57 CXU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.