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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 76,724 miles on the clock, averaging 7,022 miles per year, 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 PL57 LNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 76,724 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,271 |
| Average per year | 7,022 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PL57 LNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About PL57 LNU
What car is PL57 LNU?
PL57 LNU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL57 LNU?
The last recorded mileage for PL57 LNU was 76,724 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL57 LNU passed its MOT?
PL57 LNU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.
Is PL57 LNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 LNU 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 PL57 LNU?
PL57 LNU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.