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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 43,587 miles on the clock, averaging 5,295 miles per year, 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 SL57 GHZ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 43,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,110 |
| Average per year | 5,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SL57 GHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SL57 GHZ
What car is SL57 GHZ?
SL57 GHZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL57 GHZ?
The last recorded mileage for SL57 GHZ was 43,587 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL57 GHZ passed its MOT?
SL57 GHZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2018.
Is SL57 GHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 GHZ 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 SL57 GHZ?
SL57 GHZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.