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LB57 WFJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 118,199 miles on the clock, averaging 5,087 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 LB57 WFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,199
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,087

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,199 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,362
Average per year5,087
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB57 WFJ 43k62k81k99k118k '11'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,362 miles
PASS
Mileage114,837 miles
Since last MOT+2,679 miles
PASS
Mileage112,158 miles
Since last MOT+805 miles
PASS
Mileage111,353 miles
Since last MOT+2,814 miles
PASS
Mileage108,539 miles
Since last MOT+2,321 miles
PASS
Mileage106,218 miles
Since last MOT+2,285 miles
PASS
Mileage103,933 miles
Since last MOT+5,580 miles
PASS
Mileage98,353 miles
Since last MOT+4,751 miles
PASS
Mileage93,602 miles
Since last MOT+4,706 miles
PASS
Mileage88,896 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,728 miles
Since last MOT+5,534 miles
PASS
Mileage83,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,194 miles
Since last MOT+3,679 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,515 miles
Since last MOT+5,405 miles
PASS
Mileage74,110 miles
Since last MOT+10,443 miles
PASS
Mileage63,667 miles
Since last MOT+20,342 miles
PASS
Mileage43,325 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

RegistrationLB57 WFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About LB57 WFJ

What car is LB57 WFJ?

LB57 WFJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LB57 WFJ?

The last recorded mileage for LB57 WFJ was 118,199 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB57 WFJ passed its MOT?

LB57 WFJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2025.

Is LB57 WFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB57 WFJ 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 LB57 WFJ?

LB57 WFJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.