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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 145,474 miles on the clock, averaging 7,772 miles per year, around 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 RY57 LNW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,352 |
| Average per year | 7,772 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RY57 LNW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 LNW
What car is RY57 LNW?
RY57 LNW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 LNW?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 LNW was 145,474 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 LNW passed its MOT?
RY57 LNW has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 13 Feb 2025.
Is RY57 LNW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 LNW 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 RY57 LNW?
RY57 LNW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.