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HD57 LHX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 41,591 miles on the clock, averaging 1,922 miles per year, well 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 HD57 LHX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
41,591
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
94%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
1,922

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading41,591 miles
Reading date
Miles last year715
Average per year1,922
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HD57 LHX 12k20k27k34k42k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,591 miles
Since last MOT+715 miles
PASS
Mileage40,876 miles
Since last MOT+594 miles
PASS
Mileage40,282 miles
Since last MOT+1,050 miles
PASS
Mileage39,232 miles
Since last MOT+956 miles
PASS
Mileage38,276 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,262 miles
Since last MOT+892 miles
PASS
Mileage37,370 miles
Since last MOT+370 miles
PASS
Mileage37,000 miles
Since last MOT+1,535 miles
PASS
Mileage35,465 miles
Since last MOT+1,684 miles
PASS
Mileage33,781 miles
Since last MOT+1,906 miles
PASS
Mileage31,875 miles
Since last MOT+2,164 miles
PASS
Mileage29,711 miles
Since last MOT+2,429 miles
PASS
Mileage27,282 miles
Since last MOT+3,669 miles
PASS
Mileage23,613 miles
Since last MOT+3,641 miles
PASS
Mileage19,972 miles
Since last MOT+2,914 miles
PASS
Mileage17,058 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage14,234 miles
Since last MOT+2,066 miles
PASS
Mileage12,168 miles

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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

RegistrationHD57 LHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About HD57 LHX

What car is HD57 LHX?

HD57 LHX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HD57 LHX?

The last recorded mileage for HD57 LHX was 41,591 miles, recorded on 11 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HD57 LHX passed its MOT?

HD57 LHX has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 May 2026.

Is HD57 LHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD57 LHX 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 HD57 LHX?

HD57 LHX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.