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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 121,719 miles on the clock, averaging 6,948 miles per year, below 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 DFZ
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 | 121,719 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 DFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 DFZ
What car is GL57 DFZ?
GL57 DFZ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2007.
What is the mileage of GL57 DFZ?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 DFZ was 121,719 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 DFZ passed its MOT?
GL57 DFZ has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is GL57 DFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 DFZ 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 DFZ?
GL57 DFZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.