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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 85,549 miles on the clock, averaging 4,249 miles per year, well 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 AX08 AYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,549 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | AX08 AYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AX08 AYT
What car is AX08 AYT?
AX08 AYT is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AX08 AYT?
The last recorded mileage for AX08 AYT was 85,549 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX08 AYT passed its MOT?
AX08 AYT has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is AX08 AYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX08 AYT 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 AX08 AYT?
AX08 AYT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.