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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 83,245 miles on the clock, averaging 5,002 miles per year, 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 EKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,813 |
| Average per year | 5,002 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 EKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 EKU
What car is BL08 EKU?
BL08 EKU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 EKU?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 EKU was 83,245 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 EKU passed its MOT?
BL08 EKU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is BL08 EKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 EKU 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 EKU?
BL08 EKU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.