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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 118,736 miles on the clock, averaging 7,036 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 SM57 EGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,713 |
| Average per year | 7,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SM57 EGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 EGV
What car is SM57 EGV?
SM57 EGV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 EGV?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 EGV was 118,736 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 EGV passed its MOT?
SM57 EGV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2026.
Is SM57 EGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 EGV 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 SM57 EGV?
SM57 EGV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.