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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 94,428 miles on the clock, averaging 5,031 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 AB08 YAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,031 |
| 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 | AB08 YAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 YAX
What car is AB08 YAX?
AB08 YAX is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 YAX?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 YAX was 94,428 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 YAX passed its MOT?
AB08 YAX has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2026.
Is AB08 YAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 YAX 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 YAX?
AB08 YAX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.