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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 113,393 miles on the clock, averaging 4,807 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 GR57 GCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 113,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,138 |
| Average per year | 4,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GR57 GCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GR57 GCV
What car is GR57 GCV?
GR57 GCV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GR57 GCV?
The last recorded mileage for GR57 GCV was 113,393 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR57 GCV passed its MOT?
GR57 GCV has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is GR57 GCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR57 GCV 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 GR57 GCV?
GR57 GCV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.