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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 69,764 miles on the clock, averaging 4,485 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 EKM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 4,485 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 EKM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 EKM
What car is BL08 EKM?
BL08 EKM is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 EKM?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 EKM was 69,764 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 EKM passed its MOT?
BL08 EKM has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2023.
Is BL08 EKM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 EKM 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 BL08 EKM?
BL08 EKM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.