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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 95,836 miles on the clock, averaging 10,376 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 BF08 YMG
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 | 95,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,376 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BF08 YMG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BF08 YMG
What car is BF08 YMG?
BF08 YMG is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BF08 YMG?
The last recorded mileage for BF08 YMG was 95,836 miles, recorded on 14 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF08 YMG passed its MOT?
BF08 YMG has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2019.
Is BF08 YMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF08 YMG 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 BF08 YMG?
BF08 YMG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.