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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 29,135 miles on the clock, averaging 1,620 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 SV57 VAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 29,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 791 |
| Average per year | 1,620 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SV57 VAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SV57 VAE
What car is SV57 VAE?
SV57 VAE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SV57 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for SV57 VAE was 29,135 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV57 VAE passed its MOT?
SV57 VAE has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is SV57 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV57 VAE 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 SV57 VAE?
SV57 VAE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.