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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 141,448 miles on the clock, averaging 9,049 miles per year, above 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 SO57 FSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,018 |
| Average per year | 9,049 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 FSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 FSE
What car is SO57 FSE?
SO57 FSE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 FSE?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 FSE was 141,448 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 FSE passed its MOT?
SO57 FSE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2023.
Is SO57 FSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 FSE 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 SO57 FSE?
SO57 FSE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.