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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 133,296 miles on the clock, averaging 9,340 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 YCW
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
Above average| Latest reading | 133,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 YCW |
| 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 YCW
What car is AB08 YCW?
AB08 YCW is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 YCW?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 YCW was 133,296 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 YCW passed its MOT?
AB08 YCW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2021.
Is AB08 YCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 YCW 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 YCW?
AB08 YCW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.