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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 89,581 miles on the clock, averaging 4,880 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 RF07 HYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,581 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,384 |
| Average per year | 4,880 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF07 HYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About RF07 HYW
What car is RF07 HYW?
RF07 HYW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RF07 HYW?
The last recorded mileage for RF07 HYW was 89,581 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF07 HYW passed its MOT?
RF07 HYW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2023.
Is RF07 HYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF07 HYW 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 RF07 HYW?
RF07 HYW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.