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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 103,501 miles on the clock, averaging 5,205 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SM57 UBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 166 |
| Average per year | 5,205 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM57 UBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 UBU
What car is SM57 UBU?
SM57 UBU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 UBU?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 UBU was 103,501 miles, recorded on 25 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 UBU passed its MOT?
SM57 UBU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2023.
Is SM57 UBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 UBU 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 UBU?
SM57 UBU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.