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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 163,466 miles on the clock, averaging 10,315 miles per year, above 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 XWF
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
Above average| Latest reading | 163,466 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,315 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 XWF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 XWF
What car is GL57 XWF?
GL57 XWF is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL57 XWF?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 XWF was 163,466 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 XWF passed its MOT?
GL57 XWF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2024.
Is GL57 XWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 XWF 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 XWF?
GL57 XWF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.