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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 81,807 miles on the clock, averaging 3,895 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 LOJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 570 |
| Average per year | 3,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 LOJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LOJ
What car is SO57 LOJ?
SO57 LOJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 LOJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 LOJ was 81,807 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 LOJ passed its MOT?
SO57 LOJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.
Is SO57 LOJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 LOJ 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 LOJ?
SO57 LOJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.