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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 94,267 miles on the clock, averaging 6,575 miles per year, 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 SW57 BCU
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 | 94,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,575 |
| 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 | SW57 BCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SW57 BCU
What car is SW57 BCU?
SW57 BCU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW57 BCU?
The last recorded mileage for SW57 BCU was 94,267 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW57 BCU passed its MOT?
SW57 BCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2022.
Is SW57 BCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 BCU 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 SW57 BCU?
SW57 BCU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.