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 2007 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 97,112 miles on the clock, averaging 5,254 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 RA57 EVL
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
Below average| Latest reading | 97,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 5,254 |
| 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 | RA57 EVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 EVL
What car is RA57 EVL?
RA57 EVL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA57 EVL?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 EVL was 97,112 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 EVL passed its MOT?
RA57 EVL has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is RA57 EVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 EVL 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 RA57 EVL?
RA57 EVL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.