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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 117,475 miles on the clock, averaging 7,562 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SL57 YPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,026 |
| Average per year | 7,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SL57 YPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SL57 YPY
What car is SL57 YPY?
SL57 YPY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL57 YPY?
The last recorded mileage for SL57 YPY was 117,475 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL57 YPY passed its MOT?
SL57 YPY has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2023.
Is SL57 YPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 YPY 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 YPY?
SL57 YPY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.