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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 137,370 miles on the clock, averaging 8,576 miles per year, around 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 AV08 WCR
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
About average| Latest reading | 137,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,470 |
| Average per year | 8,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | AV08 WCR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AV08 WCR
What car is AV08 WCR?
AV08 WCR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV08 WCR?
The last recorded mileage for AV08 WCR was 137,370 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV08 WCR passed its MOT?
AV08 WCR has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.
Is AV08 WCR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV08 WCR 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 AV08 WCR?
AV08 WCR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.