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 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 61,211 miles on the clock, averaging 3,265 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 GL57 HPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,998 |
| Average per year | 3,265 |
| 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 | GL57 HPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 HPA
What car is GL57 HPA?
GL57 HPA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2007.
What is the mileage of GL57 HPA?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 HPA was 61,211 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 HPA passed its MOT?
GL57 HPA has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is GL57 HPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 HPA 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 HPA?
GL57 HPA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.