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 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 20,606 miles on the clock, averaging 1,214 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 BV08 TYZ
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 | 20,606 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 346 |
| Average per year | 1,214 |
| 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 | BV08 TYZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BV08 TYZ
What car is BV08 TYZ?
BV08 TYZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BV08 TYZ?
The last recorded mileage for BV08 TYZ was 20,606 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV08 TYZ passed its MOT?
BV08 TYZ has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is BV08 TYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 TYZ 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 BV08 TYZ?
BV08 TYZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.