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 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 85,327 miles on the clock, averaging 4,264 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 DE08 VLH
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,327 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 30 |
| Average per year | 4,264 |
| 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 VLH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VLH
What car is DE08 VLH?
DE08 VLH is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 VLH?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 VLH was 85,327 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 VLH passed its MOT?
DE08 VLH has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.
Is DE08 VLH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 VLH 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 VLH?
DE08 VLH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.