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 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 87,003 miles on the clock, averaging 4,366 miles per year, well 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 SO57 HYJ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,003 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 72 |
| Average per year | 4,366 |
| 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 HYJ |
| 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 HYJ
What car is SO57 HYJ?
SO57 HYJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 HYJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 HYJ was 87,003 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 HYJ passed its MOT?
SO57 HYJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2025.
Is SO57 HYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 HYJ 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 HYJ?
SO57 HYJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.