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 1198cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 42,936 miles on the clock, averaging 12,953 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AB08 XXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 42,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,481 |
| Average per year | 12,953 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AB08 XXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 XXY
What car is AB08 XXY?
AB08 XXY is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 XXY?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 XXY was 42,936 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 XXY passed its MOT?
AB08 XXY has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2012.
Is AB08 XXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 XXY 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 AB08 XXY?
AB08 XXY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.