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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 118,304 miles on the clock, averaging 7,436 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 SH57 ORC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,304 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,436 |
| 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 | SH57 ORC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SH57 ORC
What car is SH57 ORC?
SH57 ORC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SH57 ORC?
The last recorded mileage for SH57 ORC was 118,304 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH57 ORC passed its MOT?
SH57 ORC has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2023.
Is SH57 ORC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH57 ORC 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 SH57 ORC?
SH57 ORC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.