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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 79,746 miles on the clock, averaging 5,249 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 DE08 VLD
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
Below average| Latest reading | 79,746 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DE08 VLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DE08 VLD
What car is DE08 VLD?
DE08 VLD is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 VLD?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 VLD was 79,746 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 VLD passed its MOT?
DE08 VLD has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2024.
Is DE08 VLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 VLD 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 DE08 VLD?
DE08 VLD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.