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 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 54,286 miles on the clock, averaging 2,205 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 DV08 WPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 127 |
| Average per year | 2,205 |
| 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 | DV08 WPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DV08 WPL
What car is DV08 WPL?
DV08 WPL is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.
What is the mileage of DV08 WPL?
The last recorded mileage for DV08 WPL was 54,286 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV08 WPL passed its MOT?
DV08 WPL has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is DV08 WPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV08 WPL 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 DV08 WPL?
DV08 WPL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.