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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 99,872 miles on the clock, averaging 7,129 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 AV08 YGW
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 | 99,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,416 |
| Average per year | 7,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 YGW |
| 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 YGW
What car is AV08 YGW?
AV08 YGW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV08 YGW?
The last recorded mileage for AV08 YGW was 99,872 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV08 YGW passed its MOT?
AV08 YGW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 24 Aug 2021.
Is AV08 YGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV08 YGW 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 YGW?
AV08 YGW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.