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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 110,911 miles on the clock, averaging 5,735 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 EA08 ESA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | EA08 ESA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 ESA
What car is EA08 ESA?
EA08 ESA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EA08 ESA?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 ESA was 110,911 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 ESA passed its MOT?
EA08 ESA has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2026.
Is EA08 ESA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 ESA 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 EA08 ESA?
EA08 ESA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.